Giant Thinkers Podcasthttps://giantthinkers.podbean.com
A podcast focused on learning from top experts of various industries to help listeners become better designers, creatives and giant thinkers.Fri, 18 May 2018 11:30:18 +0000https://podbean.com/?v=3.2enCopyright 2017 Giant Thinkers. All rights reserved. Visit giantthinkers.com for more.Arts:Design1440episodicA podcast focused on learning from top experts of various industries to help listeners become better designers, creatives and giant thinkers.Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.rcastle011@protonmail.comNoYeshttp://deow9bq0xqvbj.cloudfront.net/image-logo/777433/Giant-Thinkers-Podcast_Ram-Castillo_Artwork-.jpgGiant Thinkers Podcasthttps://giantthinkers.podbean.com
144144Blair Enns, Founder of Win Without Pitching on pricing creativity and how to best position our valuehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/blair-enns-founder-of-win-without-pitching-on-pricing-creativity-and-how-to-best-position-our-value/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/blair-enns-founder-of-win-without-pitching-on-pricing-creativity-and-how-to-best-position-our-value/#commentsFri, 18 May 2018 11:30:18 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorappssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebusinessleadershipCEOlearningcelebritiespersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindspiritsalesNLPlinguisticmentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookssocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobmanagingtechnologysustainablelivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipaudio bookinnovationdigitalfutureeducationtechlisteningindustrial designhuman centredhuman centeredspoken wordgiantthinkers.podbean.com/blair-enns-founder-of-win-without-pitching-on-pricing-creativity-and-how-to-best-position-our-value-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1Welcome to episode #59! Today we have the founder and CEO of Win Without Pitching, the sales training and coaching organization for creative professionals. He is also the author of The Win Without Pitching Manifesto and the brand new book titled Pricing Creativity: A Guide to Profit Beyond the Billable Hour. This man has taught me and many thousands of creative people and businesses around the world, on how to build a lucrative client base without having to pitch ideas for free.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to best position our value in order to win business

How to command the high g [...]

]]>Welcome to episode #59! Today we have the founder and CEO of Win Without Pitching, the sales training and coaching organization for creative professionals. He is also the author of The Win Without Pitching Manifesto and the brand new book titled Pricing Creativity: A Guide to Profit Beyond the Billable Hour. This man has taught me and many thousands of creative people and businesses around the world, on how to build a lucrative client base without having to pitch ideas for free.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to best position our value in order to win business
How to command the high ground in the client vs creative relationship
His approach to proposals
His view on retainer clients
Rules on pricing creativity and so much more.

If you’re someone who is interested in moving from a vendor position to an expert practitioner position, then this is absolutely for you.

The Blinkist app takes the best non-fiction books and distills them into powerful, made-for-mobile summaries. Essentially, giving you and I the main concepts of an entire book in 15 minutes. Available to read and also to listen to as audio.

Head to GiantThinkers.com/Blink to take up the 25% off discount. Start your free trial or get three months off your yearly plan when you join today.

]]>Welcome to episode #59! Today we have the founder and CEO of Win Without Pitching, the sales training and coaching organization for creative professionals. He ...Welcome to episode #59! Today we have the founder and CEO of Win Without Pitching, the sales training and coaching organization for creative professionals. He is also the author of The Win Without Pitching Manifesto and the brand new book titled Pricing Creativity: A Guide to Profit Beyond the Billable Hour. This man has taught me and many thousands of creative people and businesses around the world, on how to build a lucrative client base without having to pitch ideas for free.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to best position our value in order to win business

How to command the high ground in the client vs creative relationship

His approach to proposals

His view on retainer clients

Rules on pricing creativity and so much more.

If you’re someone who is interested in moving from a vendor position to an expert practitioner position, then this is absolutely for you.

The Blinkist app takes the best non-fiction books and distills them into powerful, made-for-mobile summaries. Essentially, giving you and I the main concepts of an entire book in 15 minutes. Available to read and also to listen to as audio.

Head to

Ryan Carson, Founder and CEO of Treehouse on creating products from thought to realityhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/ryan-carson-founder-and-ceo-of-treehouse-on-creating-products-from-thought-to-reality/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/ryan-carson-founder-and-ceo-of-treehouse-on-creating-products-from-thought-to-reality/#commentsFri, 27 Apr 2018 11:02:57 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficmarketing communicationsappssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtuallearningteachinghealthnutritionexercisesoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindsalesneuroprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkinginteraction designnegotiationdesign jobmanagingtechnologycomputer sciencecodingcomputersinformation technologylivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastingVRARvirtual realityaugmented realitymixed realitydigitalfutureeducationtechlisteningproduct designindustrial designhuman centredhuman centeredAIartificial intelligencegiantthinkers.podbean.com/ryan-carson-founder-and-ceo-of-treehouse-on-creating-products-from-thought-to-reality-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1Welcome to episode #58 Giants! Our guest today is a father, a husband and an inspiring entrepreneur, widely known as the Founder and CEO of Treehouse – which is an online technology school that offers beginner to advanced courses in web design, web development, mobile development and game development. I absolutely love Treehouse because their courses are hands-on in teaching people how to code for a career in the tech industry.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The many businesses that existed prior to bringing Treehouse to fruition

Advice for anyone wanting to create an app or online tool< [...]

]]>Welcome to episode #58 Giants! Our guest today is a father, a husband and an inspiring entrepreneur, widely known as the Founder and CEO of Treehouse – which is an online technology school that offers beginner to advanced courses in web design, web development, mobile development and game development. I absolutely love Treehouse because their courses are hands-on in teaching people how to code for a career in the tech industry.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The many businesses that existed prior to bringing Treehouse to fruition
Advice for anyone wanting to create an app or online tool
The power of beginning with the end in mind
And setting boundaries to ensure time with family is protected

If you’re someone who is interested in connecting the dots between your thoughts and creating a product around those thoughts, then this is absolutely for you.

I present to you … the highly accomplished, hard-working and disciplined ... Ryan Carson!

]]>Welcome to episode #58 Giants! Our guest today is a father, a husband and an inspiring entrepreneur, widely known as the Founder and CEO of ...Welcome to episode #58 Giants! Our guest today is a father, a husband and an inspiring entrepreneur, widely known as the Founder and CEO of Treehouse – which is an online technology school that offers beginner to advanced courses in web design, web development, mobile development and game development. I absolutely love Treehouse because their courses are hands-on in teaching people how to code for a career in the tech industry.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The many businesses that existed prior to bringing Treehouse to fruition

Advice for anyone wanting to create an app or online tool

The power of beginning with the end in mind

And setting boundaries to ensure time with family is protected

If you’re someone who is interested in connecting the dots between your thoughts and creating a product around those thoughts, then this is absolutely for you.

I present to you … the highly accomplished, hard-working and disciplined ... Ryan Carson!

Find your compass. Cut the guess work, see the blind spots and succeed faster with a mentor.

Michael Bierut from Pentagram on visual communication, career development and the big picturehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/michael-bierut-from-pentagram-on-visual-communication-career-development-and-the-big-picture/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/michael-bierut-from-pentagram-on-visual-communication-career-development-and-the-big-picture/#commentsFri, 23 Mar 2018 03:23:32 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybuilding businessmarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorappssocial mediaillustrationartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebusinessleadershipCEOvirtuallearningteachingcelebritiesexercisesoftwarepersonal developmentmindprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookssocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designdesign jobmanagingtechnologyinformation technologyempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipfacebookportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastingelectronicVRARvirtual realityaugmented realitymixed realitydigitaleducationtechproduct designindustrial designhuman centredhuman centeredartificial intelligencevideogiantthinkers.podbean.com/michael-bierut-from-pentagram-on-visual-communication-career-development-and-the-big-picture-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1This is episode #57. Our guest today is arguably one of the graphic design industry’s most well known designers. He worked at Vignelli Associates for ten years before joining Pentagram as a partner in 1990 where he still works till this day, after 28 years and counting.

His clients at Pentagram have included The New York Times, Saks Fifth Avenue, The Robin Hood Foundation, MIT Media Lab, Mastercard, Princeton University, the New York Jets and the Brooklyn Academy of Music. As a volunteer to Hillary Clinton’s communications team, he designed the H logo that was visible everywhere throughout her 2016 presidential campaign.

Our guest [...]

]]>This is episode #57. Our guest today is arguably one of the graphic design industry’s most well known designers. He worked at Vignelli Associates for ten years before joining Pentagram as a partner in 1990 where he still works till this day, after 28 years and counting.

His clients at Pentagram have included The New York Times, Saks Fifth Avenue, The Robin Hood Foundation, MIT Media Lab, Mastercard, Princeton University, the New York Jets and the Brooklyn Academy of Music. As a volunteer to Hillary Clinton’s communications team, he designed the H logo that was visible everywhere throughout her 2016 presidential campaign.

Our guest also served as the national president of AIGA from 1998 to 2001. Is a senior critic in graphic design at the Yale School of Art. And is also one of the founding writers of the Design Observer blog. He’s paved quite an extraordinary life and I can’t wait for you to hear this.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His favorite typographic font of all time
His thoughts, feelings and actions when he started out as an emerging designer
His interpretation of corporate identities versus branding
And his advice for those that feel stuck in a creative rut.

If you’re someone who is interested in the fusion of visual communication, career development and making creative impact, then this is absolutely for you.

I present to you … the highly accomplished, inspiring and level-headed ... Michael Bierut!

A big reason why I love them is because their library is highly curated and isn’t full of cheesy, overused assets.

Plus, the entire website is insanely easy to use. The searching, the filtering, the navigating – It’s all clear, intuitive and simple. They even have a drag and drop search feature if you have an image and want to see a similar image on Stocky.

]]>This is episode #57. Our guest today is arguably one of the graphic design industry’s most well known designers. He worked at Vignelli Associates for ...This is episode #57. Our guest today is arguably one of the graphic design industry’s most well known designers. He worked at Vignelli Associates for ten years before joining Pentagram as a partner in 1990 where he still works till this day, after 28 years and counting.

His clients at Pentagram have included The New York Times, Saks Fifth Avenue, The Robin Hood Foundation, MIT Media Lab, Mastercard, Princeton University, the New York Jets and the Brooklyn Academy of Music. As a volunteer to Hillary Clinton’s communications team, he designed the H logo that was visible everywhere throughout her 2016 presidential campaign.

Our guest also served as the national president of AIGA from 1998 to 2001. Is a senior critic in graphic design at the Yale School of Art. And is also one of the founding writers of the Design Observer blog. He’s paved quite an extraordinary life and I can’t wait for you to hear this.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His favorite typographic font of all time

His thoughts, feelings and actions when he started out as an emerging designer

His interpretation of corporate identities versus branding

And his advice for those that feel stuck in a creative rut.

If you’re someone who is interested in the fusion of visual communication, career development and making creative impact, then this is absolutely for you.

I present to you … the highly accomplished, inspiring and level-headed ... Michael Bierut!

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:13:5232fullPresident & CEO at Effie Worldwide; Traci Alford on building exceptional relationships, and leadership lessons learned while at Cadbury Schweppes and Shell Internationalhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/presidentceoat-effie-worldwidetracialford-onbuildingexceptional-relationshipsandleadership-lessonslearned-while-at-cadburyschweppesand-shellinternatio/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/presidentceoat-effie-worldwidetracialford-onbuildingexceptional-relationshipsandleadership-lessonslearned-while-at-cadburyschweppesand-shellinternatio/#commentsTue, 20 Feb 2018 07:11:21 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessmarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorsocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtuallearningteachingcelebritiespersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindsaleslinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookssocial changedesign thinkinginteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyinformation technologysustainablelivingempowermentconferencesentrepreneurshipdigital magazinefacebookportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastingelectronicVRvirtual realitymixed realitydigitalfutureeducationtechlisteningproduct designhuman centredhuman centeredfashiongiantthinkers.podbean.com/presidentceoat-effie-worldwidetracialford-onbuildingexceptional-relationshipsandleadership-lessonslearned-while-at-cadbu-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1Welcome to episode #56! Our guest today is the President and CEO of Effie Worldwide. Effie is an organisation best known for championing and improving the practice and practitioners of marketing effectiveness. Prior to joining Effie Worldwide, our guest spent 13 years at Cadbury Schweppes in a variety of marketing and business roles, up to Global Business Development Director. And she also spent almost 7 years at Shell International.

Her roles at Shell included General Manager of Global Consumer Brands — Global Head of Brand Strategy in Retail — And Vice President of External Relations, Asia Pacific. Amongst her impressive career life, she’s also a mum, so you can see why I’m so honoured AND excited to intr [...]

]]>Welcome to episode #56! Our guest today is the President and CEO of Effie Worldwide. Effie is an organisation best known for championing and improving the practice and practitioners of marketing effectiveness. Prior to joining Effie Worldwide, our guest spent 13 years at Cadbury Schweppes in a variety of marketing and business roles, up to Global Business Development Director. And she also spent almost 7 years at Shell International.

Her roles at Shell included General Manager of Global Consumer Brands — Global Head of Brand Strategy in Retail — And Vice President of External Relations, Asia Pacific. Amongst her impressive career life, she’s also a mum, so you can see why I’m so honoured AND excited to introduce her.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Ways to build exceptional relationships without compromising our integrity
Lessons learned from transitioning from the food and beverage sector to the fuel and energy sector
How to manage culturally diverse teams both directly and virtually
And advice for creatives when starting a product or service business.

If you’re someone who is interested in the fusion of marketing, leadership and people skills, then this is for you.

I present to you … the highly experienced, intelligent, superwoman of marketing ... Traci Alford!

]]>Welcome to episode #56! Our guest today is the President and CEO of Effie Worldwide. Effie is an organisation best known for championing and improving ...Welcome to episode #56! Our guest today is the President and CEO of Effie Worldwide. Effie is an organisation best known for championing and improving the practice and practitioners of marketing effectiveness. Prior to joining Effie Worldwide, our guest spent 13 years at Cadbury Schweppes in a variety of marketing and business roles, up to Global Business Development Director. And she also spent almost 7 years at Shell International.

Her roles at Shell included General Manager of Global Consumer Brands — Global Head of Brand Strategy in Retail — And Vice President of External Relations, Asia Pacific. Amongst her impressive career life, she’s also a mum, so you can see why I’m so honoured AND excited to introduce her.

He leverages life experience, self-teachings and his honors degree in anthropology. Oprah Winfrey’s TV show ‘Super Soul Sunday’ has featured our guest as well as a long list of media outlets, from Huffington Post, FOX, Wired, MTV, CBS News and Buzzfeed.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

< [...]]]>Hello dear Giants, this is episode #55. Our guest today is widely known for creating motivational and inspirational spoken word films and thought provoking content. His YouTube and Facebook videos have received over a billion views each on both platforms. And he covers a range of topics such as environmentalism, socio-economics, work–life balance and spirituality.

He leverages life experience, self-teachings and his honors degree in anthropology. Oprah Winfrey’s TV show ‘Super Soul Sunday’ has featured our guest as well as a long list of media outlets, from Huffington Post, FOX, Wired, MTV, CBS News and Buzzfeed.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His creative process from ideation to execution
Where his own personal inspiration comes from
How he measures the impact of his videos
And advice for those that want to make videos but don’t have the budget to produce high end quality.

If you’re someone who is interested in the fusion of education and entertainment in the form of spoken word poetry, then this is for you.

MVMT are gifting listeners an exclusive 15% off all products with free shipping! Grab one of their premium watches and accessories - at an already radically fair price, plus take another 15% off at checkout.

Skip the stress that comes with parking at the shops then dealing with retail crowds – you can and grab a watch for yourself and all your loved ones. They make the perfect Christmas gift for men and women, and start at just $95.

]]>Hello dear Giants, this is episode #55. Our guest today is widely known for creating motivational and inspirational spoken word films and thought provoking content. ...Hello dear Giants, this is episode #55. Our guest today is widely known for creating motivational and inspirational spoken word films and thought provoking content. His YouTube and Facebook videos have received over a billion views each on both platforms. And he covers a range of topics such as environmentalism, socio-economics, work–life balance and spirituality.

He leverages life experience, self-teachings and his honors degree in anthropology. Oprah Winfrey’s TV show ‘Super Soul Sunday’ has featured our guest as well as a long list of media outlets, from Huffington Post, FOX, Wired, MTV, CBS News and Buzzfeed.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His creative process from ideation to execution

Where his own personal inspiration comes from

How he measures the impact of his videos

And advice for those that want to make videos but don’t have the budget to produce high end quality.

If you’re someone who is interested in the fusion of education and entertainment in the form of spoken word poetry, then this is for you.

Kelly Slater, 11-time World Surfing Champion on longevity, setbacks and mental toughnesshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/kelly-slater-11-time-world-surfing-champion-on-longevity-setbacks-and-mental-toughness/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/kelly-slater-11-time-world-surfing-champion-on-longevity-setbacks-and-mental-toughness/#commentsWed, 13 Dec 2017 01:45:07 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingcareercharitybuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorsocial mediaabstract artartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchpeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtualphotographerlearningteachingcelebritieshealthfitnessdietnutritionexercisemodelsoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindspiritproteinprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyfruitsartfoodsustainablelivingempowermentspeakingentrepreneurshipfacebookportfolioinstagraminnovationpodcastpodcastingfood sciencemusicmusiciansoundsleepscientistVRvirtual realitymixed realitydigitalfuturetechlisteningproduct designindustrial designhuman centredhuman centeredfashionsurfsurfingworld championsportAIartificial intelligencegiantthinkers.podbean.com/kelly-slater-11-time-world-surfing-champion-on-longevity-setbacks-and-mental-toughness-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1Hello wonderful Giants, this is episode #54. Our guest today is truly one of a kind. He’s an 11-time world surfing champion. Holds the record as the youngest (at age 20) to win the title and the oldest (at age 39) to win the title as well. A living legend, an inspiration to millions of people, by far the best-known surfer on the planet and chatting with him blew me away.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His thoughts on longevity and making a career out of something you love – in his case, surfing in professional competitions for over 33 years

The importance of humility, respect, resilien [...]

]]>Hello wonderful Giants, this is episode #54. Our guest today is truly one of a kind. He’s an 11-time world surfing champion. Holds the record as the youngest (at age 20) to win the title and the oldest (at age 39) to win the title as well. A living legend, an inspiration to millions of people, by far the best-known surfer on the planet and chatting with him blew me away.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His thoughts on longevity and making a career out of something you love – in his case, surfing in professional competitions for over 33 years
The importance of humility, respect, resilience, family and personal relationships
We spoke about doubt and setbacks and building mental-toughness, including his 2-3 year hiatus which was part of the 7-year gap between winning his 6th and 7th world title
His 10-year journey in creating the perfect man-made wave pool – what once was a dream is now a reality
I of course asked for his key tips for beginner-level surfers - for those that want to start, and there’s just an avalanche of quality insights in this interview – the list goes on.

So If you’re someone that’s interested in hearing the ups, the downs and everything in between – from a world champion, then this episode is for you.

I present to you … the hard-working, super humble, 11-time world champ ... Kelly Slater!

If you’re like me and think 'no', then you’re in for a treat. MVMT are gifting listeners an exclusive 15% off all products with free shipping! Grab one of their premium watches and accessories - at an already radically fair price, plus take another 15% off at checkout.

Skip the stress that comes with parking at the shops then dealing with retail crowds – you can and grab a watch for yourself and all your loved ones. They make the perfect gift for men and women, and start at just $95.

]]>Hello wonderful Giants, this is episode #54. Our guest today is truly one of a kind. He’s an 11-time world surfing champion. Holds the record ...Hello wonderful Giants, this is episode #54. Our guest today is truly one of a kind. He’s an 11-time world surfing champion. Holds the record as the youngest (at age 20) to win the title and the oldest (at age 39) to win the title as well. A living legend, an inspiration to millions of people, by far the best-known surfer on the planet and chatting with him blew me away.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His thoughts on longevity and making a career out of something you love – in his case, surfing in professional competitions for over 33 years

The importance of humility, respect, resilience, family and personal relationships

We spoke about doubt and setbacks and building mental-toughness, including his 2-3 year hiatus which was part of the 7-year gap between winning his 6th and 7th world title

His 10-year journey in creating the perfect man-made wave pool – what once was a dream is now a reality

I of course asked for his key tips for beginner-level surfers - for those that want to start, and there’s just an avalanche of quality insights in this interview – the list goes on.

So If you’re someone that’s interested in hearing the ups, the downs and everything in between – from a world champion, then this episode is for you.

I present to you … the hard-working, super humble, 11-time world champ ... Kelly Slater!

Jake Kassan, Co-founder of MVMT on humble beginnings and growing a business to $80+ million in revenue in four yearshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jake-kassan-co-founder-of-mvmt-on-humble-beginnings-and-growing-a-business-to-80-million-in-revenue-in-four-years/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jake-kassan-co-founder-of-mvmt-on-humble-beginnings-and-growing-a-business-to-80-million-in-revenue-in-four-years/#commentsTue, 05 Dec 2017 13:21:34 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorsocial mediaartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtualphotographerlearningteachingcelebritieshealthnutritionexercisepersonal developmentmindspiritneurolinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookssocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyinformation technologyfoodsustainablelivingempowermentspeakingentrepreneurshipfacebookportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastingmusicsoundVRvirtual realitydigitalfutureeducationtechlisteningproduct designindustrial designhuman centredhuman centeredfashiongiantthinkers.podbean.com/jake-kassan-co-founder-of-mvmt-on-humble-beginnings-and-growing-a-business-to-80-million-in-revenue-in-four-years-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1This is episode #53. And today’s guest is the Co-founder and CEO of MVMT pronounced as ‘movement’. MVMT are a global – fashion, watches and accessory brand for millennials, that has sold over 1.5 million products.

After almost failing out of high school and dropping out of college, our guest started this brand at age 22 while he was $20,000 in debt. Four years later, his brand has grown to more than $80 million in revenue and 4 million social followers.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His first t-shirt business while still in school and his action steps getting that off the ground

]]>This is episode #53. And today’s guest is the Co-founder and CEO of MVMT pronounced as ‘movement’. MVMT are a global – fashion, watches and accessory brand for millennials, that has sold over 1.5 million products.

After almost failing out of high school and dropping out of college, our guest started this brand at age 22 while he was $20,000 in debt. Four years later, his brand has grown to more than $80 million in revenue and 4 million social followers.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His first t-shirt business while still in school and his action steps getting that off the ground
Then, his rise and fall in selling rave lighting and accessories
His advice for growing a business from $0 to $1 million within 12 months
And how MVMT watches all started.

So If you’re someone that’s interested in designing a product and designing a thriving business around it, then this episode is for you.

I present to you … the resourceful, determined and inspiring ... Jake Kassan!

If you’re like me and said no, then you’re in for a treat. MVMT are gifting listeners an exclusive 15% off all products with free shipping! Grab one of their premium watches and accessories - at an already radically fair price, plus take another 15% off at checkout.

Skip the stress that comes with parking at the shops then dealing with retail crowds – you can and grab a watch for yourself and all your loved ones. They make the perfect gift for men and women, and start at just $95.

]]>This is episode #53. And today’s guest is the Co-founder and CEO of MVMT pronounced as ‘movement’. MVMT are a global – fashion, watches and accessory brand ...This is episode #53. And today’s guest is the Co-founder and CEO of MVMT pronounced as ‘movement’. MVMT are a global – fashion, watches and accessory brand for millennials, that has sold over 1.5 million products.

After almost failing out of high school and dropping out of college, our guest started this brand at age 22 while he was $20,000 in debt. Four years later, his brand has grown to more than $80 million in revenue and 4 million social followers.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His first t-shirt business while still in school and his action steps getting that off the ground

Then, his rise and fall in selling rave lighting and accessories

His advice for growing a business from $0 to $1 million within 12 months

And how MVMT watches all started.

So If you’re someone that’s interested in designing a product and designing a thriving business around it, then this episode is for you.

I present to you … the resourceful, determined and inspiring ... Jake Kassan!

She’s a highly experienced and sought after New York based designer. Is the creator of Design the Life You Love, a book and coursework that teaches designers and non-designers how to create a meaningful life using her design process, Deconstruction:Reconstruction™.

Fast Company identified her as one of the world’s most creative people and is on the Thinkers50 Radar List of the 30 management thinkers most likely to shape the future of organisations.

]]>Welcome to episode #52! Today’s guest is the Co-founder and Creative Director of Birsel + Seck, the award-winning design and innovation studio working with clients including Herman Miller, GE, Colgate-Palmolive, IKEA and Toyota.

She’s a highly experienced and sought after New York based designer. Is the creator of Design the Life You Love, a book and coursework that teaches designers and non-designers how to create a meaningful life using her design process, Deconstruction:Reconstruction™.

Fast Company identified her as one of the world’s most creative people and is on the Thinkers50 Radar List of the 30 management thinkers most likely to shape the future of organisations.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Her secret love for Karate
The most rewarding projects of her career – from toilet seats to car interiors to office spaces and furniture
How she handled the global financial crisis when clients no longer engaged her for work
And what a meaningful future really means.

If you are someone that’s ever been interested in using a design process to design the life you love, then this episode is for you.

I present to you ... the optimistic, imaginative and purpose driven ... Ayse Birsel!

All me to introduce … Treehouse! They are an online technology school, offering courses in web design and coding – from HTML, CSS, PHP to JavaScript, Python and iOS – in the space of web, mobile, and game development, taught by a team of in-house, expert teachers.

If you head to GiantThinkers.com/TreeHouse – they’re giving the Giant Thinkers community a 7-day free trial so you can try it out with no commitment.

On top of that, if you’re happy with the trial, and thereafter, continue learning on TreeHouse -- let me know and I will personally give the first 5 students a one hour Skype call coaching session, each -- for free.

So if you’d like to learn how to code, are interested in becoming a developer and are after the skills to get a job as one, pop over to GiantThinkers.com/TreeHouse

]]>Welcome to episode #52! Today’s guest is the Co-founder and Creative Director of Birsel + Seck, the award-winning design and innovation studio working with clients ...Welcome to episode #52! Today’s guest is the Co-founder and Creative Director of Birsel + Seck, the award-winning design and innovation studio working with clients including Herman Miller, GE, Colgate-Palmolive, IKEA and Toyota.

She’s a highly experienced and sought after New York based designer. Is the creator of Design the Life You Love, a book and coursework that teaches designers and non-designers how to create a meaningful life using her design process, Deconstruction:Reconstruction™.

Fast Company identified her as one of the world’s most creative people and is on the Thinkers50 Radar List of the 30 management thinkers most likely to shape the future of organisations.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Her secret love for Karate

The most rewarding projects of her career – from toilet seats to car interiors to office spaces and furniture

How she handled the global financial crisis when clients no longer engaged her for work

And what a meaningful future really means.

If you are someone that’s ever been interested in using a design process to design the life you love, then this episode is for you.

I present to you ... the optimistic, imaginative and purpose driven ... Ayse Birsel!

]]>Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:18:0227fullLewis Howes on the story you tell yourself, the power of forgiveness and how to break through barriershttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/lewis-howes-on-the-story-you-tell-yourself-the-power-of-forgiveness-and-how-to-break-through-barriers/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/lewis-howes-on-the-story-you-tell-yourself-the-power-of-forgiveness-and-how-to-break-through-barriers/#commentsWed, 22 Nov 2017 02:27:30 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorappssocial mediacontemporary artillustrationpaintingabstract artartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtualphotographerlearningteachingcelebritiescreativelivehealthfitnessabsdietnutritionexercisemodelsoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindbodyspiritproteinsalesNLPneurolinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialdonationbookspovertysocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyinformation technologyfruitsvegetablessculptureartfoodsustainablelivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipdigital magazinefacebookaudio bookportfolioinstagraminnovationpodcastpodcastingmusicsoundelectronicsleepmedicinescientistVRvirtual realitymixed realitydigitalfutureeducationtechlisteninggiantthinkers.podbean.com/lewis-howes-on-the-story-you-tell-yourself-the-power-of-forgiveness-and-how-to-break-through-barriers-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1Giants, welcome to episode #51! Today’s guest is a former professional football player who suffered a career-ending injury, and is now an international lifestyle entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, has a consistently top 100 podcast in the world and is the founder of a multi-million dollar online media company. In this episode he shares the struggles of negativity and loneliness, and how he re-discovered his vision and identity.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His journey from anger, resentment and loneliness to a more peaceful, liberated place

The masks that men learn to wear and how thes [...]

]]>Giants, welcome to episode #51! Today’s guest is a former professional football player who suffered a career-ending injury, and is now an international lifestyle entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, has a consistently top 100 podcast in the world and is the founder of a multi-million dollar online media company. In this episode he shares the struggles of negativity and loneliness, and how he re-discovered his vision and identity.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His journey from anger, resentment and loneliness to a more peaceful, liberated place
The masks that men learn to wear and how these can damage effective communication and in turn, relationships
We spoke a lot about our personal identity versus our personal brand
And … how we can all improve our emotional health.

If you or someone you care for has been struggling to break through internal barriers and struggling to forgive, then this episode is for you.

I present to you ... the giant in mind, body and spirit ... Lewis Howes!

All me to introduce … Treehouse! They are an online technology school, offering courses in web design and coding – from HTML, CSS, PHP to JavaScript, Python and iOS – in the space of web, mobile, and game development, taught by a team of in-house, expert teachers.

If you head to GiantThinkers.com/TreeHouse – they’re giving the Giant Thinkers community a 7-day free trial so you can try it out with no commitment.

On top of that, if you’re happy with the trial, and thereafter, continue learning on TreeHouse -- let me know and I will personally give the first 5 students a one hour Skype call coaching session, each -- for free.

So if you’d like to learn how to code, are interested in becoming a developer and are after the skills to get a job as one, pop over to GiantThinkers.com/TreeHouse

]]>Giants, welcome to episode #51! Today’s guest is a former professional football player who suffered a career-ending injury, and is now an international lifestyle entrepreneur, ...Giants, welcome to episode #51! Today’s guest is a former professional football player who suffered a career-ending injury, and is now an international lifestyle entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, has a consistently top 100 podcast in the world and is the founder of a multi-million dollar online media company. In this episode he shares the struggles of negativity and loneliness, and how he re-discovered his vision and identity.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

His journey from anger, resentment and loneliness to a more peaceful, liberated place

The masks that men learn to wear and how these can damage effective communication and in turn, relationships

We spoke a lot about our personal identity versus our personal brand

And … how we can all improve our emotional health.

If you or someone you care for has been struggling to break through internal barriers and struggling to forgive, then this episode is for you.

I present to you ... the giant in mind, body and spirit ... Lewis Howes!

All me to introduce … Treehouse! They are an online technology school, offering courses in web design and coding – from HTML, CSS, PHP to JavaScript, Python and iOS – in the space of web, mobile, and game development, taught by a team of in-house, expert teachers.]]>

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:50:4526fullDr. Jim Kokkinakis, expert optometrist on managing dry eyes and computer vision syndromehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dr-jim-kokkinakis-expert-optometrist-on-managing-dry-eyes-and-computer-vision-syndrome/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dr-jim-kokkinakis-expert-optometrist-on-managing-dry-eyes-and-computer-vision-syndrome/#commentsMon, 06 Nov 2017 04:10:24 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficmarketing communicationssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtuallearningteachinghealthnutritionexercisesoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindspiritlinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designdesign jobmanagingtechnologycomputer sciencecodingcomputersinformation technologyvegetablessustainablelivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipfacebookinstagraminnovationpodcastpodcastingsounddoctormedicinescientistVRARvirtual realityaugmented realitymixed realitydigitalfutureeducationtechlisteningeyesoptometristgiantthinkers.podbean.com/dr-jim-kokkinakis-expert-optometrist-on-managing-dry-eyes-and-computer-vision-syndrome-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1This is episode number 50! Thank you all for your support on the podcast journey so far. It has been a privilege to bring you 50 guests since starting mid-2015. In this episode we dig deep into an often overlooked topic, an area most of us take for granted, which is our eyes.

Our guest has been a top-practising optometrist for over 3 decades, and is one of Australia’s most experienced eye doctors. Currently an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales, he has also lectured internationally on advanced contact lens fitting, dry eye treatment and computer vision syndrome.

He was one of Australia’s first optometrists to be qualified in Ocular Therapeutics and is currently an active member of Th [...]

]]>This is episode number 50! Thank you all for your support on the podcast journey so far. It has been a privilege to bring you 50 guests since starting mid-2015. In this episode we dig deep into an often overlooked topic, an area most of us take for granted, which is our eyes.

Our guest has been a top-practising optometrist for over 3 decades, and is one of Australia’s most experienced eye doctors. Currently an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales, he has also lectured internationally on advanced contact lens fitting, dry eye treatment and computer vision syndrome.

He was one of Australia's first optometrists to be qualified in Ocular Therapeutics and is currently an active member of The International Society of Contact Lens Specialists, The American Academy of Optometry and Optometry Australia to name a few. He also runs a very popular practice in Sydney’s CBD on Market Street called The Eye Practice.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to manage the increasing epidemic of dry eyes, especially with our heavy use of digital tech
The importance of meibomian glands, and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (something I personally suffer from – you’ll hear about that in detail)
The misconception and dangerous overuse of eye drop products
And how to overcome blue light damage and eye strain (a big one for designers and anyone using a computer daily!)

If you’ve ever been interested in eye health and what to do to take care of our precious eyes, this is for you.

I present to you … the knowledgeable, easy-going and super dedicated... Dr Jim Kokkinakis!

All me to introduce … Treehouse! They are an online technology school, offering courses in web design and coding – from HTML, CSS, PHP to JavaScript, Python and iOS – in the space of web, mobile, and game development, taught by a team of in-house, expert teachers.

If you head to GiantThinkers.com/TreeHouse – they’re giving the Giant Thinkers community a 7-day free trial so you can try it out with no commitment.

On top of that, if you’re happy with the trial, and thereafter, continue learning on TreeHouse -- let me know and I will personally give the first 5 students a one hour Skype call coaching session, each -- for free.

So if you’d like to learn how to code, are interested in becoming a developer and are after the skills to get a job as one, pop over to GiantThinkers.com/TreeHouse

]]>This is episode number 50! Thank you all for your support on the podcast journey so far. It has been a privilege to bring you ...This is episode number 50! Thank you all for your support on the podcast journey so far. It has been a privilege to bring you 50 guests since starting mid-2015. In this episode we dig deep into an often overlooked topic, an area most of us take for granted, which is our eyes.

Our guest has been a top-practising optometrist for over 3 decades, and is one of Australia’s most experienced eye doctors. Currently an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales, he has also lectured internationally on advanced contact lens fitting, dry eye treatment and computer vision syndrome.

He was one of Australia's first optometrists to be qualified in Ocular Therapeutics and is currently an active member of The International Society of Contact Lens Specialists, The American Academy of Optometry and Optometry Australia to name a few. He also runs a very popular practice in Sydney’s CBD on Market Street called The Eye Practice.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to manage the increasing epidemic of dry eyes, especially with our heavy use of digital tech

The importance of meibomian glands, and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (something I personally suffer from – you’ll hear about that in detail)

The misconception and dangerous overuse of eye drop products

And how to overcome blue light damage and eye strain (a big one for designers and anyone using a computer daily!)

If you’ve ever been interested in eye health and what to do to take care of our precious eyes, this is for you.

I present to you … the knowledgeable, easy-going and super dedicated... Dr Jim Kokkinakis!

Co-Founder and Principal of Meld Studios; Janna DeVylder on the materiality of service designhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/co-founder-and-principal-of-meld-studios-janna-devylder-on-the-materiality-of-service-design/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/co-founder-and-principal-of-meld-studios-janna-devylder-on-the-materiality-of-service-design/#commentsWed, 11 Oct 2017 14:38:05 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignergraphicdesignemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingmarketing communicationssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebusinessleadershiplearningteachingsoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindspiritlinguisticmentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookssocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyinformation technologysustainableempowermentspeakingentrepreneurshipportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastingdigitalfutureeducationtechlisteninggiantthinkers.podbean.com/co-founder-and-principal-of-meld-studios-janna-devylder-on-the-materiality-of-service-design-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1This is episode #49! Our guest today is a Co-Founder and Principal at Meld Studios; an Australian design firm specialising in Service Design and Interaction Design. Her foundational beginnings stems from graduating with Honors in Psychology, Masters in Social Sciences, and starting in Information Architecture. Her career has been focused on humanising products and services down to the most detailed of interactions within them. She is an incredible woman, a mentor to me and many others, and I’m excited for you all to hear this.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Learning sign language from the age of 3 years old

How being inquisitive, feeling uncertain yet excited helped her navigate student-life and her early career [...]

]]>This is episode #49! Our guest today is a Co-Founder and Principal at Meld Studios; an Australian design firm specialising in Service Design and Interaction Design. Her foundational beginnings stems from graduating with Honors in Psychology, Masters in Social Sciences, and starting in Information Architecture. Her career has been focused on humanising products and services down to the most detailed of interactions within them. She is an incredible woman, a mentor to me and many others, and I’m excited for you all to hear this.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Learning sign language from the age of 3 years old
How being inquisitive, feeling uncertain yet excited helped her navigate student-life and her early career
The definitions of design thinking, human centered design and service design
Brain activity versus gut activity
Her internal dialogue when faced with rejection and so much more.

If you’ve ever been fascinated by the collision of human behaviour and design, this episode is for you.

I present to you … the warm-hearted, generous and thoughtful ... Janna DeVylder!

It’s been one whole year since releasing my second book ‘How To Get A Mentor As A Designer’. I released it in October 2016. As a one-year anniversary gift for you all, if you haven’t purchased the book but would like to, buy the paperback or ebook version by the end of October 2017, and I will send you the audiobook for free.

Head to Gettingamentor.com, take a screen grab of your receipt, email me at Ram@GiantThinkers.com and I will respond with the audio book version for you on the house.

]]>This is episode #49! Our guest today is a Co-Founder and Principal at Meld Studios; an Australian design firm specialising in Service Design and Interaction Design. ...This is episode #49! Our guest today is a Co-Founder and Principal at Meld Studios; an Australian design firm specialising in Service Design and Interaction Design. Her foundational beginnings stems from graduating with Honors in Psychology, Masters in Social Sciences, and starting in Information Architecture. Her career has been focused on humanising products and services down to the most detailed of interactions within them. She is an incredible woman, a mentor to me and many others, and I’m excited for you all to hear this.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Learning sign language from the age of 3 years old

How being inquisitive, feeling uncertain yet excited helped her navigate student-life and her early career

The definitions of design thinking, human centered design and service design

Brain activity versus gut activity

Her internal dialogue when faced with rejection and so much more.

If you’ve ever been fascinated by the collision of human behaviour and design, this episode is for you.

I present to you … the warm-hearted, generous and thoughtful ... Janna DeVylder!

It’s been one whole year since releasing my second book ‘How To Get A Mentor As A Designer’. I released it in October 2016. As a one-year anniversary gift for you all, if you haven’t purchased the book but would like to, buy the paperback or ebook version by the end of October 2017, and I will send you the audio]]>

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:58:4724fullCEO of Publicis Worldwide (AUS & NZ) Andrew ‘Billy’ Baxter on leading an organisation with 450+ people and 60+ major clientshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/ceo-of-publicis-worldwide-aus-nz-andrew-%e2%80%98billy%e2%80%99-baxter-on-leading-an-organisation-with-450-people-and-60-major-clients/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/ceo-of-publicis-worldwide-aus-nz-andrew-%e2%80%98billy%e2%80%99-baxter-on-leading-an-organisation-with-450-people-and-60-major-clients/#commentsThu, 14 Sep 2017 13:27:25 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorappssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOvirtuallearningteachingsoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindspiritsaleslinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobmanagingtechnologyartlivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastingelectronicVRARvirtual realityaugmented realitymixed realitydigitalfutureeducationtechlisteninggiantthinkers.podbean.com/ceo-of-publicis-worldwide-aus-nz-andrew-%e2%80%98billy%e2%80%99-baxter-on-leading-an-organisation-with-450-people-and-60-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1Welcome to episode #48! Our guest is the Chairman of Publicis Communications Australia and New Zealand, one of the largest communication agency groups in the region. He is also CEO of Publicis Worldwide Australia and NZ, with businesses specialising in advertising, digital, PR, CRM, activation, mobile, brand strategy and design. He leads over 450 people in an organisation that has over 60 major clients.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How he interacts with employees to unlock the best out of them

Advice on how to operate under pressure

His view on being a leader and how he leads such a massive amount of people

And why everything tie [...]

]]>Welcome to episode #48! Our guest is the Chairman of Publicis Communications Australia and New Zealand, one of the largest communication agency groups in the region. He is also CEO of Publicis Worldwide Australia and NZ, with businesses specialising in advertising, digital, PR, CRM, activation, mobile, brand strategy and design. He leads over 450 people in an organisation that has over 60 major clients.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How he interacts with employees to unlock the best out of them
Advice on how to operate under pressure
His view on being a leader and how he leads such a massive amount of people
And why everything ties back to having a clear vision.

If you’re someone that aims to move into leadership in some capacity, this is for you. I’m certain that you’ll learn a ton -- from a person of this calibre.

I present to you … the highly respected, mover and shaker ... Andrew Baxter aka Billy!

]]>Welcome to episode #48! Our guest is the Chairman of Publicis Communications Australia and New Zealand, one of the largest communication agency groups in the ...Welcome to episode #48! Our guest is the Chairman of Publicis Communications Australia and New Zealand, one of the largest communication agency groups in the region. He is also CEO of Publicis Worldwide Australia and NZ, with businesses specialising in advertising, digital, PR, CRM, activation, mobile, brand strategy and design. He leads over 450 people in an organisation that has over 60 major clients.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How he interacts with employees to unlock the best out of them

Advice on how to operate under pressure

His view on being a leader and how he leads such a massive amount of people

And why everything ties back to having a clear vision.

If you’re someone that aims to move into leadership in some capacity, this is for you. I’m certain that you’ll learn a ton -- from a person of this calibre.

I present to you … the highly respected, mover and shaker ... Andrew Baxter aka Billy!

The most powerful thing I personally got out of this interview was learning how to uncover meaning in dialogue from what’s said versus what’s unsaid.

Some of the topics we covered include:

How to listen deeply using the 5 levels of listening

The ideal ‘speaking versus listening’ ratio

Shadow listening styles to be aware of

And practical techniques to productively m [...]

]]>This is episode #47! Our guest is a specialist coach in deep listening. He's helped many individuals, to massive corporations; from Google to Microsoft to Universal.

The most powerful thing I personally got out of this interview was learning how to uncover meaning in dialogue from what’s said versus what’s unsaid.

Some of the topics we covered include:

How to listen deeply using the 5 levels of listening
The ideal ‘speaking versus listening’ ratio
Shadow listening styles to be aware of
And practical techniques to productively move the dialogue forward

This is a must listen for anyone that wants to truly improve the way they communicate, not just professionally (with your colleagues and clients) but personally (with your family, friends and loved ones).

I’ve been putting extra effort into my YouTube channel, posting vlogs of my last USA tour, including my visit to places such as the AIGA headquarters, VaynerMedia and the Squarespace office. 9 episodes are up as of right now. Plenty more on the way.

]]>This is episode #47! Our guest is a specialist coach in deep listening. He's helped many individuals, to massive corporations; from Google to Microsoft to ...This is episode #47! Our guest is a specialist coach in deep listening. He's helped many individuals, to massive corporations; from Google to Microsoft to Universal.

The most powerful thing I personally got out of this interview was learning how to uncover meaning in dialogue from what’s said versus what’s unsaid.

Some of the topics we covered include:

How to listen deeply using the 5 levels of listening

The ideal ‘speaking versus listening’ ratio

Shadow listening styles to be aware of

And practical techniques to productively move the dialogue forward

This is a must listen for anyone that wants to truly improve the way they communicate, not just professionally (with your colleagues and clients) but personally (with your family, friends and loved ones).

I’ve been putting extra effort into my YouTube channel, posting vlogs of my last USA tour, including my visit to places such as the AIGA headquarters, VaynerMedia and the Squarespace office. 9 episodes are up as of right now. Plenty more on the way.

As you can imagine, this gets me going because they aim to address the upcoming skills gap in technology and give students the practical skills to pursue new career paths. Actually, some exciting news that’s come out very recently is that Academy Xi secured $2.25 million dollars in a series A round funding, and they’ve only been around for a little over a year. Very impressive growth.

Now back to our guest, he started his de [...]

]]>This is episode #46! Our guest is the Co-founder and Chief Experience Officer at Academy Xi. They teach groups and individuals in the areas of design and tech – but with a unique positioning and offering. Academy Xi specialise in teaching newly emerging disciplines such as virtual reality design, augmented reality design, service design and of course UX design as well.

As you can imagine, this gets me going because they aim to address the upcoming skills gap in technology and give students the practical skills to pursue new career paths. Actually, some exciting news that’s come out very recently is that Academy Xi secured $2.25 million dollars in a series A round funding, and they’ve only been around for a little over a year. Very impressive growth.

Now back to our guest, he started his design career in 1998. He’s helped iconic brands, eager startups and a broad range of organisations improve their ability to create long lasting relationships with their customers, by combining his belief in human centred design, research and collaboration.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The danger of assumption
Advice to anyone creating a product, service or a brand
Designing value systems
The process of elimination when solving complex problems
His Slideshare presentation titled ‘The Future of everything’ which has been viewed almost 400,000 times
And naturally, we spoke about where he feels design is heading.

I present to you … the bright, passionate and down to earth ... Charbel Zeaiter!

]]>This is episode #46! Our guest is the Co-founder and Chief Experience Officer at Academy Xi. They teach groups and individuals in the areas of ...This is episode #46! Our guest is the Co-founder and Chief Experience Officer at Academy Xi. They teach groups and individuals in the areas of design and tech – but with a unique positioning and offering. Academy Xi specialise in teaching newly emerging disciplines such as virtual reality design, augmented reality design, service design and of course UX design as well.

As you can imagine, this gets me going because they aim to address the upcoming skills gap in technology and give students the practical skills to pursue new career paths. Actually, some exciting news that’s come out very recently is that Academy Xi secured $2.25 million dollars in a series A round funding, and they’ve only been around for a little over a year. Very impressive growth.

Now back to our guest, he started his design career in 1998. He’s helped iconic brands, eager startups and a broad range of organisations improve their ability to create long lasting relationships with their customers, by combining his belief in human centred design, research and collaboration.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The danger of assumption

Advice to anyone creating a product, service or a brand

Designing value systems

The process of elimination when solving complex problems

His Slideshare presentation titled ‘The Future of everything’ which has been viewed almost 400,000 times

And naturally, we spoke about where he feels design is heading.

I present to you … the bright, passionate and down to earth ... Charbel Zeaiter!

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:04:42Dr. Carmel Harrington, sleep specialist for over 20 years on how to achieve better sleephttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dr-carmel-harrington-sleep-specialist-for-over-20-years-on-how-to-achieve-better-sleep/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dr-carmel-harrington-sleep-specialist-for-over-20-years-on-how-to-achieve-better-sleep/#commentsWed, 07 Jun 2017 13:59:38 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignemploymentcareeronlinemarketingmarketing communicationssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposeleadershipfreedomvirtualteachinghealthfitnessdietnutritionexercisepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindspiritproteinNLPneurolinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookssocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyfruitsvegetablesfoodsustainablelivingempowermentspeakingentrepreneurshipportfoliopodcastpodcastingfood sciencesleepdoctormedicinescientisthttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dr-carmel-harrington-sleep-specialist-for-over-20-years-on-how-to-achieve-better-sleep/Welcome to episode #45! Our guest is a former lawyer and educator who has a PHD in Sleep Medicine from Sydney University and consults with companies and educational institutions all over the world on sleep health. She’s an internationally recognised Doctor that has been working in the world of sleep for nearly 20 years.

She’s the Managing Director of Sleep for Health and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Children’s Hospital Westmead. She’s also a founding member of the Sleep Health Foundation and a member of the Australasian Sleep Association. On top of that, she’s written two books ‘The Sleep Diet’ and ‘The Complete Guide To A Good Night’s Sleep’.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

]]>Welcome to episode #45! Our guest is a former lawyer and educator who has a PHD in Sleep Medicine from Sydney University and consults with companies and educational institutions all over the world on sleep health. She’s an internationally recognised Doctor that has been working in the world of sleep for nearly 20 years.

She’s the Managing Director of Sleep for Health and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Children's Hospital Westmead. She’s also a founding member of the Sleep Health Foundation and a member of the Australasian Sleep Association. On top of that, she’s written two books ‘The Sleep Diet’ and ‘The Complete Guide To A Good Night's Sleep’.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The stages of a complete sleep cycle and how each affect our mind and bodies
How much sleep we actually need and why
The differences of sleep requirements for males versus females
How to naturally achieve better sleep
How to create a sleep plan
Her thoughts around power naps
What it means for those who snore, sleep talk, sleep walk or jolt suddenly, and plenty more.

I present to you … the warm, generous and intelligent ... Dr. Carmel Harrington!

I want to introduce you to a company that I use and love because they've helped me improve my sleep. They're called A.H. Beard and have over 115 years’ experience in the bedding business. A.H. Beard is on a mission to improve people’s lives through better sleep.

Partnering with leading sleep experts like Dr Carmel (who is actually today's guest), A.H. Beard is the place to go when you want the answers to those niggling sleep issues!

I highly encourage you to jump onto their website AHBeard.com, sign up for their next free 6 week sleep challenge or explore their Sleep Coach section where you can find up to date articles and expert advice on everything sleep related!

]]>Welcome to episode #45! Our guest is a former lawyer and educator who has a PHD in Sleep Medicine from Sydney University and consults with ...Welcome to episode #45! Our guest is a former lawyer and educator who has a PHD in Sleep Medicine from Sydney University and consults with companies and educational institutions all over the world on sleep health. She’s an internationally recognised Doctor that has been working in the world of sleep for nearly 20 years.

She’s the Managing Director of Sleep for Health and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Children's Hospital Westmead. She’s also a founding member of the Sleep Health Foundation and a member of the Australasian Sleep Association. On top of that, she’s written two books ‘The Sleep Diet’ and ‘The Complete Guide To A Good Night's Sleep’.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The stages of a complete sleep cycle and how each affect our mind and bodies

How much sleep we actually need and why

The differences of sleep requirements for males versus females

How to naturally achieve better sleep

How to create a sleep plan

Her thoughts around power naps

What it means for those who snore, sleep talk, sleep walk or jolt suddenly, and plenty more.

I present to you … the warm, generous and intelligent ... Dr. Carmel Harrington!

I want to introduce you to a company that I use and love because they've helped me improve my sleep. They're called A.H. Beard and have over 115 years’ experience in the bedding business. A.H. Beard is on a mission to improve people’s lives through better sleep.

Partnering with leading sleep experts like Dr Carmel (who is actually today's guest), A.H. Beard is the place to go when you want the a]]>

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:04:44Musician Rachel Claudio on building electronic performances and the transcending power of soundhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/musician-rachel-claudio-on-building-electronic-performances-and-the-transcending-power-of-sound/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/musician-rachel-claudio-on-building-electronic-performances-and-the-transcending-power-of-sound/#commentsSat, 13 May 2017 14:39:29 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareeronlinemarketingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writersocial mediastreet artillustrationpaintingartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposeleadershipfreedomphotographerlearningteachingcelebritieshealthnutritionmodelsoftwarepersonal developmentmindspiritNLPneuroprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyinformation technologyartsustainablelivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipfacebookportfolioinstagraminnovationpodcastpodcastingmusicmusiciansoundelectronichttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/musician-rachel-claudio-on-building-electronic-performances-and-the-transcending-power-of-sound/Welcome to episode #44! Our guest is a European-based, Australian-born artist, composer, singer and producer. She uses electronic instruments and technology to create and perform masterpieces in real time, and has performed all over the world. She recently delivered a moving TEDx talk titled ‘how to translate the feeling into sound’ and is also a freelance lecturer in Creativity at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The various experiences of the composer versus the listener

The best tools she recommends for those wanting to experiment with electronic instruments

Her cover of Outkast’s ‘Hey Ya’ thats surpassed well over 2.5 million views< [...]

]]>Welcome to episode #44! Our guest is a European-based, Australian-born artist, composer, singer and producer. She uses electronic instruments and technology to create and perform masterpieces in real time, and has performed all over the world. She recently delivered a moving TEDx talk titled ‘how to translate the feeling into sound’ and is also a freelance lecturer in Creativity at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The various experiences of the composer versus the listener
The best tools she recommends for those wanting to experiment with electronic instruments
Her cover of Outkast’s 'Hey Ya' thats surpassed well over 2.5 million views
The time she took the plunge at 24 years old to live in Europe and the journey that followed dedicating everything to her art
And the process of simultaneously performing while envisioning the composition ahead of time.

I present to you, the stunning, soulful and exceptionally talented ... Rachel Claudio!

]]>Welcome to episode #44! Our guest is a European-based, Australian-born artist, composer, singer and producer. She uses electronic instruments and technology to create and perform ...Welcome to episode #44! Our guest is a European-based, Australian-born artist, composer, singer and producer. She uses electronic instruments and technology to create and perform masterpieces in real time, and has performed all over the world. She recently delivered a moving TEDx talk titled ‘how to translate the feeling into sound’ and is also a freelance lecturer in Creativity at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The various experiences of the composer versus the listener

The best tools she recommends for those wanting to experiment with electronic instruments

Her cover of Outkast’s 'Hey Ya' thats surpassed well over 2.5 million views

The time she took the plunge at 24 years old to live in Europe and the journey that followed dedicating everything to her art

And the process of simultaneously performing while envisioning the composition ahead of time.

I present to you, the stunning, soulful and exceptionally talented ... Rachel Claudio!

If you haven’t already, I invite you to sign up for the mailing list, where you ]]>

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:54:17NOSHU founder Rachel Bajada on the reality of decision making, starting a business and creating a food producthttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/noshu-founder-rachel-bajada-on-the-reality-of-decision-making-starting-a-business-and-creating-a-food-product/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/noshu-founder-rachel-bajada-on-the-reality-of-decision-making-starting-a-business-and-creating-a-food-product/#commentsSat, 08 Apr 2017 03:44:13 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorart directorsocial mediaartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomphotographerlearningteachinghealthfitnessdietnutritionexercisesoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindbodyspiritproteinsalesmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyfruitsvegetablessculpturefoodsustainablelivingempowermentspeakingentrepreneurshipportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastingfood sciencehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/noshu-founder-rachel-bajada-on-the-reality-of-decision-making-starting-a-business-and-creating-a-food-product/It’s a pleasure to have your company on episode #43! Our guest is the founder of NOSHU – Australia’s first food brand to be truly sugar free. Time Out Sydney included her as one of the top Forty Under 40.

What’s interesting is that she started her degree in Food Science, then did a pivot to Design (Visual Communications), she completed that, worked in the industry for a number of years, then moved to France for a while, and returned back to Australia to create the business. Her family history of diabetes and her struggle to find delicious, sugar-free foods became the catalyst to create her hero product, a healthy donut.

The International Anti-Additive Awards recently recognised her company NOSHU as one of the Asia Pacific winners for the 2016 Best of [...]

]]>It’s a pleasure to have your company on episode #43! Our guest is the founder of NOSHU – Australia’s first food brand to be truly sugar free. Time Out Sydney included her as one of the top Forty Under 40.

What’s interesting is that she started her degree in Food Science, then did a pivot to Design (Visual Communications), she completed that, worked in the industry for a number of years, then moved to France for a while, and returned back to Australia to create the business. Her family history of diabetes and her struggle to find delicious, sugar-free foods became the catalyst to create her hero product, a healthy donut.

The International Anti-Additive Awards recently recognised her company NOSHU as one of the Asia Pacific winners for the 2016 Best of the year award.

Advice when struggling to decide to stop pursuing something or to keep going
What surprised her most when launching a food product
Where to begin when in the research and development phase of making a food product
Cautions to be aware of before starting any business, and plenty more.

I present to you, the fun loving, hardworking and determined … Rachel Bajada!

]]>It’s a pleasure to have your company on episode #43! Our guest is the founder of NOSHU – Australia’s first food brand to be truly ...It’s a pleasure to have your company on episode #43! Our guest is the founder of NOSHU – Australia’s first food brand to be truly sugar free. Time Out Sydney included her as one of the top Forty Under 40.

What’s interesting is that she started her degree in Food Science, then did a pivot to Design (Visual Communications), she completed that, worked in the industry for a number of years, then moved to France for a while, and returned back to Australia to create the business. Her family history of diabetes and her struggle to find delicious, sugar-free foods became the catalyst to create her hero product, a healthy donut.

The International Anti-Additive Awards recently recognised her company NOSHU as one of the Asia Pacific winners for the 2016 Best of the year award.

Elle Luna on protecting your passion, interpreting your dreams and the practicality of transition periodshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/elle-luna-on-protecting-your-passion-interpreting-your-dreams-and-the-practicality-of-transition-periods/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/elle-luna-on-protecting-your-passion-interpreting-your-dreams-and-the-practicality-of-transition-periods/#commentsWed, 08 Mar 2017 11:40:36 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorappssocial mediastreet artcontemporary artillustrationpaintingabstract artartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebloggingbusinessleadershipfreedomlearningteachingcelebritiescreativelivehealthmodelpersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindspiritsalesneuromentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookspovertysocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologysculptureartsustainablelivingempowermentspeakingentrepreneurshipportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastinghttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/elle-luna-on-protecting-your-passion-interpreting-your-dreams-and-the-practicality-of-transition-periods/It’s a pleasure to have your company on episode #42! Our guest is a formally trained designer who previously worked at IDEO and with startups including Mailbox, Medium, and Uber – then a few years ago she made a brave pivot and transitioned into spending more time painting, writing and creating. She is the author of a book many of you may have or heard of, titled; ‘The Crossroads of Should and Must’.

Side note here, I suggest you watch one of the many talks she’s done, in part [...]

]]>It’s a pleasure to have your company on episode #42! Our guest is a formally trained designer who previously worked at IDEO and with startups including Mailbox, Medium, and Uber – then a few years ago she made a brave pivot and transitioned into spending more time painting, writing and creating. She is the author of a book many of you may have or heard of, titled; 'The Crossroads of Should and Must'.

Side note here, I suggest you watch one of the many talks she’s done, in particular the one titled‘The importance of doing what you love’ it’s on vimeo.com. I highly, highly recommend it. She also runs a textile venture, the Bulan Project, a collaboration between designers and master batik artists in Bali.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The job vs the career vs the calling
Her winding road of transition (even being denied admission from every law school she applied for)
How to protect your passion
The importance of play
And techniques to interpret our own dreams.

I present to you, the deeply captivating, thoughtful and tranquil … Elle Luna!

]]>It’s a pleasure to have your company on episode #42! Our guest is a formally trained designer who previously worked at IDEO and with startups ...It’s a pleasure to have your company on episode #42! Our guest is a formally trained designer who previously worked at IDEO and with startups including Mailbox, Medium, and Uber – then a few years ago she made a brave pivot and transitioned into spending more time painting, writing and creating. She is the author of a book many of you may have or heard of, titled; 'The Crossroads of Should and Must'.

Side note here, I suggest you watch one of the many talks she’s done, in particular the one titled‘The importance of doing what you love’ it’s on vimeo.com. I highly, highly recommend it. She also runs a textile venture, the Bulan Project, a collaboration between designers and master batik artists in Bali.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The job vs the career vs the calling

Her winding road of transition (even being denied admission from every law school she applied for)

How to protect your passion

The importance of play

And techniques to interpret our own dreams.

I present to you, the deeply captivating, thoughtful and tranquil … Elle Luna!

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:06:42Ashleigh Axios, Former Creative Director of The White House on cultivating brand values and lessons learned along the wayhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/ashleigh-axios-former-creative-director-of-the-white-house-on-cultivating-brand-values-and-lessons-learned-along-the-way/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/ashleigh-axios-former-creative-director-of-the-white-house-on-cultivating-brand-values-and-lessons-learned-along-the-way/#commentsSun, 26 Feb 2017 11:50:08 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorappssocial mediaillustrationUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtualphotographerlearningteachingcelebritiescreativelivefitnesssoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindspiritlinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyinformation technologysustainablelivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipfacebookportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastinghttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/ashleigh-axios-former-creative-director-of-the-white-house-on-cultivating-brand-values-and-lessons-learned-along-the-way/Welcome to episode #41! Our guest today is a graduate of RISD and has flourished into many amazing things. A few titles under her humble belt include her being the former Creative Director of The White House, currently Design Exponent at Automattic – side note here: Automattic are the people behind WordPress.com, WooCommerce, Jetpack, Simplenote, Longreads, VaultPress, Gravatar, and many more online, open source publishing tools. Our guest is also an Editorial Board Member for Design Observer, National Board Member for AIGA and an International Speaker.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The responsibilities behind the role when CD at the White House

Advice for cultivating an entire institutions brand values

]]>Welcome to episode #41! Our guest today is a graduate of RISD and has flourished into many amazing things. A few titles under her humble belt include her being the former Creative Director of The White House, currently Design Exponent at Automattic – side note here: Automattic are the people behind WordPress.com, WooCommerce, Jetpack, Simplenote, Longreads, VaultPress, Gravatar, and many more online, open source publishing tools. Our guest is also an Editorial Board Member for Design Observer, National Board Member for AIGA and an International Speaker.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The responsibilities behind the role when CD at the White House
Advice for cultivating an entire institutions brand values
Tips for rapport building and networking with practical examples
The importance of taking time off during transition periods and much, much more.

I present to you, my good friend; the talented and delightfully calm … Ashleigh Axios!

]]>Welcome to episode #41! Our guest today is a graduate of RISD and has flourished into many amazing things. A few titles under her humble ...Welcome to episode #41! Our guest today is a graduate of RISD and has flourished into many amazing things. A few titles under her humble belt include her being the former Creative Director of The White House, currently Design Exponent at Automattic – side note here: Automattic are the people behind WordPress.com, WooCommerce, Jetpack, Simplenote, Longreads, VaultPress, Gravatar, and many more online, open source publishing tools. Our guest is also an Editorial Board Member for Design Observer, National Board Member for AIGA and an International Speaker.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The responsibilities behind the role when CD at the White House

Advice for cultivating an entire institutions brand values

Tips for rapport building and networking with practical examples

The importance of taking time off during transition periods and much, much more.

I present to you, my good friend; the talented and delightfully calm … Ashleigh Axios!

]]>Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:02:10Steve Frykholm, design legend of Herman Miller on navigating a career and dealing with differences and failed attemptshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/steve-frykholm-design-legend-of-herman-miller-on-navigating-a-career-and-dealing-with-differences-and-failed-attempts/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/steve-frykholm-design-legend-of-herman-miller-on-navigating-a-career-and-dealing-with-differences-and-failed-attempts/#commentsThu, 02 Feb 2017 09:22:32 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorsocial mediacontemporary artillustrationpaintingabstract artartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtuallearningteachingcelebritiesexercisesoftwarepersonal developmentmindspiritsalesprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobmanagingtechnologyinformation technologyartsustainablelivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipfacebookportfolioinnovationpodcastpodcastinghttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/steve-frykholm-design-legend-of-herman-miller-on-navigating-a-career-and-dealing-with-differences-and-failed-attempts/Welcome to episode #40! Our guest today is truly a Graphic Design legend. An icon of the industry. He’s had a 45-year stint at Herman Miller, and was in fact hired as their first ever Graphic Designer in 1970, working his way up to Creative Director and now still with them as an advisor. His work is part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and is also an AIGA Medalist.

This interview was recorded in person at Grand Rapids, West Michigan in December last year. Take note, there were a few photographs sent to me by today’s guest which complement a particular segment of the interview – it’s a rare Herman Miller artefact. So be sure to take a look at it on this episodes blog post at GiantThinkers.com.

Some of the topics we [...]

]]>Welcome to episode #40! Our guest today is truly a Graphic Design legend. An icon of the industry. He’s had a 45-year stint at Herman Miller, and was in fact hired as their first ever Graphic Designer in 1970, working his way up to Creative Director and now still with them as an advisor. His work is part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and is also an AIGA Medalist.

This interview was recorded in person at Grand Rapids, West Michigan in December last year. Take note, there were a few photographs sent to me by today’s guest which complement a particular segment of the interview – it’s a rare Herman Miller artefact. So be sure to take a look at it on this episodes blog post at GiantThinkers.com.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The two types of internal politics
Advice for dealing with difficult people and differences of opinion
What makes poster design so powerful
And where to move towards in this ever-changing professional landscape.

I present to you, a dear friend and the ultimate veteran … Steve Frykholm!

Are you a freelancer, work full-time and have a side hustle, or run a large company? MailerLite are the best when it comes to affordable email marketing software. They currently have 200,000+ customers in over 72 countries, including BMW, GoPro, FWA, Typeform and IKEA. A testament to their world-class platform.

MailerLite offer a free plan for up to 1000 subscribers – with no expiry date. You can use all the features, including drag and drop, autoresponders, landing pages, tracking and the mobile app.

]]>Welcome to episode #40! Our guest today is truly a Graphic Design legend. An icon of the industry. He’s had a 45-year stint at Herman ...Welcome to episode #40! Our guest today is truly a Graphic Design legend. An icon of the industry. He’s had a 45-year stint at Herman Miller, and was in fact hired as their first ever Graphic Designer in 1970, working his way up to Creative Director and now still with them as an advisor. His work is part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and is also an AIGA Medalist.

This interview was recorded in person at Grand Rapids, West Michigan in December last year. Take note, there were a few photographs sent to me by today’s guest which complement a particular segment of the interview – it’s a rare Herman Miller artefact. So be sure to take a look at it on this episodes blog post at GiantThinkers.com.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

The two types of internal politics

Advice for dealing with difficult people and differences of opinion

What makes poster design so powerful

And where to move towards in this ever-changing professional landscape.

I present to you, a dear friend and the ultimate veteran … Steve Frykholm!

Are you a freelancer, work full-time and have a side hustle, or run a large company? MailerLite are the best when it comes to affordable email marketing software. They currently have 200,000+ customers in over 72 countries, including BMW, GoPro, FWA, Typeform and IKEA. A testament to their world-class platform.

MailerLite offer a free plan for up to 1000 subscribers – with no expiry date. You can use all the features, including drag and drop, autoresponders, landing pages, tracking and the mobile app.

]]>Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:44:02Debbie Millman, host of Design Matters on the cross-pollination of craft and going beyond operational excellencehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/debbie-millman-host-of-design-matters-on-the-cross-pollination-of-craft-and-going-beyond-operational-excellence/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/debbie-millman-host-of-design-matters-on-the-cross-pollination-of-craft-and-going-beyond-operational-excellence/#commentsThu, 05 Jan 2017 04:46:27 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorsocial mediastreet artcontemporary artillustrationpaintingartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtualphotographerlearningteachingcelebritiescreativelivesoftwarepersonal developmentmindspiritsalesneurolinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookssocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologycomputer sciencecomputersinformation technologysculptureartsustainablelivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipdigital magazinefacebookportfolioinstagraminnovationpodcastpodcastinghttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/debbie-millman-host-of-design-matters-on-the-cross-pollination-of-craft-and-going-beyond-operational-excellence/Welcome to episode #39! As the first episode of 2017 it’s only fitting that I wish you all a very happy new year, and that we kick off the show with a jaw-dropping guest. She is an icon and a pioneer in the design, education and podcasting world.

Named “one of the most influential designers working today” by Graphic Design USA, our guest is also an author of six books, a brand strategist – formerly the President of the design division at Sterling Brands for 20 years, and host of the podcast Design Matters; the first and longest running podcast about design. She has interviewed nearly 300 design luminaries and cultural commentators.

And when you thought it couldn’t get any more juicy, she is also the Chair and Co-founder of the Masters Program in Branding at the School of Visual Art [...]

]]>Welcome to episode #39! As the first episode of 2017 it’s only fitting that I wish you all a very happy new year, and that we kick off the show with a jaw-dropping guest. She is an icon and a pioneer in the design, education and podcasting world.

Named “one of the most influential designers working today” by Graphic Design USA, our guest is also an author of six books, a brand strategist – formerly the President of the design division at Sterling Brands for 20 years, and host of the podcast Design Matters; the first and longest running podcast about design. She has interviewed nearly 300 design luminaries and cultural commentators.

And when you thought it couldn’t get any more juicy, she is also the Chair and Co-founder of the Masters Program in Branding at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.

Speaking of, this was recorded in NYC in November last year and am excited to finally let this one out of the bag.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to deal with challenges and heartbreak on our career path
Advice to designers who are struggling to decide which discipline to focus on
The difference between a good designer and a great one
Practical tips for those wanting to start a podcast, and plenty more.

I present to you, the deeply thoughtful, wise and compassionate … Debbie Millman!

Are you a freelancer, work full-time and have a side hustle, or run a large company? MailerLite are the best when it comes to affordable email marketing software. They currently have 200,000+ customers in over 72 countries, including BMW, GoPro, FWA, Typeform and IKEA. A testament to their world-class platform.

MailerLite offer a free plan for up to 1000 subscribers – with no expiry date. You can use all the features, including drag and drop, autoresponders, landing pages, tracking and the mobile app.

]]>Welcome to episode #39! As the first episode of 2017 it’s only fitting that I wish you all a very happy new year, and that ...Welcome to episode #39! As the first episode of 2017 it’s only fitting that I wish you all a very happy new year, and that we kick off the show with a jaw-dropping guest. She is an icon and a pioneer in the design, education and podcasting world.

Named “one of the most influential designers working today” by Graphic Design USA, our guest is also an author of six books, a brand strategist – formerly the President of the design division at Sterling Brands for 20 years, and host of the podcast Design Matters; the first and longest running podcast about design. She has interviewed nearly 300 design luminaries and cultural commentators.

And when you thought it couldn’t get any more juicy, she is also the Chair and Co-founder of the Masters Program in Branding at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.

Speaking of, this was recorded in NYC in November last year and am excited to finally let this one out of the bag.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to deal with challenges and heartbreak on our career path

Advice to designers who are struggling to decide which discipline to focus on

The difference between a good designer and a great one

Practical tips for those wanting to start a podcast, and plenty more.

I present to you, the deeply thoughtful, wise and compassionate … Debbie Millman!

Are you a freelancer, work full-time and have a side hustle, or run a large company? MailerLite are the best when it comes to affordable email marketing software. They currently have 200,000+ customers in over 72 countries, including BMW, GoPro, FWA, Typeform and IKEA. A testament to their world-class platform.

MailerLite offer a free plan for up to 1000 subscribers – with no expiry date. You can use all the features, including drag and drop, aut]]>

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:58:24Steve Babcock, VaynerMedia’s Chief Creative Officer on ideation, intuition and decision makinghttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/steve-babcock-vaynermedia%e2%80%99s-chief-creative-officer-on-ideation-intuition-and-decision-making/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/steve-babcock-vaynermedia%e2%80%99s-chief-creative-officer-on-ideation-intuition-and-decision-making/#commentsTue, 20 Dec 2016 04:38:27 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorsocial mediaillustrationartistuser experienceproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomphotographerlearningcelebritiessoftwarepersonal developmentsaleslinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookssocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobmanagingtechnologycomputer sciencecodingcomputersinformation technologyartlivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipfacebookportfolioinstagraminnovationhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/steve-babcock-vaynermedia%e2%80%99s-chief-creative-officer-on-ideation-intuition-and-decision-making/Giants, welcome to episode #38! I’m officially back home in Sydney, Australia, after a whirlwind 2-month USA tour as part of launching my second book; how to get a mentor as a designer. I couldn’t of done it without the AIGA chapters that hosted me and of course all of you that participated. In short, I visited 15 cities, delivered 20 talks and met over 1500 attendees. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, it was truly an honor – do checkout my instagram for all the pictures of that journey, my handle is @TheGiantThinker.

Today’s guest is the Chief Creative Officer of

]]>Giants, welcome to episode #38! I’m officially back home in Sydney, Australia, after a whirlwind 2-month USA tour as part of launching my second book; how to get a mentor as a designer. I couldn’t of done it without the AIGA chapters that hosted me and of course all of you that participated. In short, I visited 15 cities, delivered 20 talks and met over 1500 attendees. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, it was truly an honor – do checkout my instagram for all the pictures of that journey, my handle is @TheGiantThinker.

Today’s guest is the Chief Creative Officer of VaynerMedia – an advertising, social-media led marketing and communications agency founded by Gary Vaynerchuk with over 800 employees and counting. We know a lot about Gary, but to hear from the CCO of VaynerMedia is a rare gem, so rare in fact that this guest has never been interviewed on any podcast, ever. I’m truly grateful to be the first and I know you’re going to find this both informative and entertaining.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Advice on how to generate better ideas faster
Tips on which area of design or creativity to specialise in
Insights on becoming a creative director
How to improve our intuition
And what it’s like working for the hustle king himself, Gary Vee.

I present to you, the man leading VaynerMedia’s creative team of titanic proportions … Steve Babcock!

Are you a freelancer, work full-time and have a side hustle, or run a large company? MailerLite are the best when it comes to affordable email marketing software. They currently have 200,000+ customers in over 72 countries, including BMW, GoPro, FWA, Typeform and IKEA. A testament to their world-class platform.

MailerLite offer a free plan for up to 1000 subscribers – with no expiry date. You can use all the features, including drag and drop, autoresponders, landing pages, tracking and the mobile app.

]]>Giants, welcome to episode #38! I’m officially back home in Sydney, Australia, after a whirlwind 2-month USA tour as part of launching my second book; ...Giants, welcome to episode #38! I’m officially back home in Sydney, Australia, after a whirlwind 2-month USA tour as part of launching my second book; how to get a mentor as a designer. I couldn’t of done it without the AIGA chapters that hosted me and of course all of you that participated. In short, I visited 15 cities, delivered 20 talks and met over 1500 attendees. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, it was truly an honor – do checkout my instagram for all the pictures of that journey, my handle is @TheGiantThinker.

Today’s guest is the Chief Creative Officer of VaynerMedia – an advertising, social-media led marketing and communications agency founded by Gary Vaynerchuk with over 800 employees and counting. We know a lot about Gary, but to hear from the CCO of VaynerMedia is a rare gem, so rare in fact that this guest has never been interviewed on any podcast, ever. I’m truly grateful to be the first and I know you’re going to find this both informative and entertaining.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Advice on how to generate better ideas faster

Tips on which area of design or creativity to specialise in

Insights on becoming a creative director

How to improve our intuition

And what it’s like working for the hustle king himself, Gary Vee.

I present to you, the man leading VaynerMedia’s creative team of titanic proportions … Steve Babcock!

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Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:48:57Julie Anixter, AIGA’s Executive Director on adapting, finding fulfilment and overcoming fear as a designerhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/julie-anixter-aiga%e2%80%99s-executive-director-on-adapting-finding-fulfilment-and-overcoming-fear-as-a-designer/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/julie-anixter-aiga%e2%80%99s-executive-director-on-adapting-finding-fulfilment-and-overcoming-fear-as-a-designer/#commentsTue, 29 Nov 2016 02:22:37 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writersocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtualphotographerlearningteachingpersonal developmentmindspiritsalesneuromentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologyartsustainableempowermentspeakingentrepreneurshipportfolioinstagraminnovationhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/julie-anixter-aiga%e2%80%99s-executive-director-on-adapting-finding-fulfilment-and-overcoming-fear-as-a-designer/Hey Giants welcome to episode number 37 – I’m recording this from my hotel room in Manhattan, NYC as I’m two-thirds through USA speaking tour. The podcast lives on – no excuses. I still have around 8 events to go across South Carolina, Kansas, West Michigan and Seattle. All part of launching my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed.

If you’re struggling to find a mentor, this book was written for you – you can grab it at GettingaMentor.com – it’s available in paperback, ebook and audiobook versions.

Another quick announcement, if you’re a Snapchat or Instagram stories user, I’m doing my best to document my day to day journey on those platforms, so if you’d like a sneak peek into my travels, you can add me on my handle: TheGiantThinker.

]]>Hey Giants welcome to episode number 37 – I’m recording this from my hotel room in Manhattan, NYC as I’m two-thirds through USA speaking tour. The podcast lives on – no excuses. I still have around 8 events to go across South Carolina, Kansas, West Michigan and Seattle. All part of launching my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed.

If you’re struggling to find a mentor, this book was written for you – you can grab it at GettingaMentor.com – it’s available in paperback, ebook and audiobook versions.

Another quick announcement, if you’re a Snapchat or Instagram stories user, I’m doing my best to document my day to day journey on those platforms, so if you’d like a sneak peek into my travels, you can add me on my handle: TheGiantThinker.

Now, to introduce today’s guest, she is the Executive Director of AIGA – the American professional association for design. She is known for her passion and ability to bring big ideas to big audiences, through her hybrid capabilities as an experience designer, educator and practicing innovator. But as you’ll hear in this interview, she encompasses all those things and more.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Advice to those struggling to find meaning and fulfilment in their design career
How to deal with fear
Ways to improve diversity and inclusion
And the number question that has helped her innovate.

]]>Hey Giants welcome to episode number 37 – I’m recording this from my hotel room in Manhattan, NYC as I’m two-thirds through USA speaking tour. ...Hey Giants welcome to episode number 37 – I’m recording this from my hotel room in Manhattan, NYC as I’m two-thirds through USA speaking tour. The podcast lives on – no excuses. I still have around 8 events to go across South Carolina, Kansas, West Michigan and Seattle. All part of launching my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed.

If you’re struggling to find a mentor, this book was written for you – you can grab it at GettingaMentor.com – it’s available in paperback, ebook and audiobook versions.

Another quick announcement, if you’re a Snapchat or Instagram stories user, I’m doing my best to document my day to day journey on those platforms, so if you’d like a sneak peek into my travels, you can add me on my handle: TheGiantThinker.

Now, to introduce today’s guest, she is the Executive Director of AIGA – the American professional association for design. She is known for her passion and ability to bring big ideas to big audiences, through her hybrid capabilities as an experience designer, educator and practicing innovator. But as you’ll hear in this interview, she encompasses all those things and more.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Advice to those struggling to find meaning and fulfilment in their design career

]]>Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:29:39Dominic Walsh, Managing Director at Landor on better leadership and business meeting creativityhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dominic-walsh-managing-director-at-landor-on-better-leadership-and-business-meeting-creativity/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dominic-walsh-managing-director-at-landor-on-better-leadership-and-business-meeting-creativity/#commentsSat, 12 Nov 2016 04:43:27 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorappssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingdatapeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebusinessleadershipCEOvirtuallearningsoftwarepersonal developmentmentormentorsentrepreneursocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designdesign jobmanagingtechnologyinformation technologyempowermententrepreneurshipinnovationhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dominic-walsh-managing-director-at-landor-on-better-leadership-and-business-meeting-creativity/G’day Giants you are listening to episode number 36 – as I’m recording this I’m about one-third through my 2-month USA speaking tour. So far have covered Las Vegas, LA, San Fran, Jacksonville, Orlando and even a side trip to Mexico. I still have New York, South Carolina, Kansas, West Michigan and Seattle to visit. All part of launching my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed. The full list of my tour can be seen on GettingaMentor.com click the events page and if I’m my visiting your city or am nearby – please come along, I’d really love to see you there.

I’m also doing my best to document my day to day journey via Snapchat and Instagram stories, so if you’d like a sneak peek into my travels, you can add me on [...]

]]>G’day Giants you are listening to episode number 36 – as I’m recording this I’m about one-third through my 2-month USA speaking tour. So far have covered Las Vegas, LA, San Fran, Jacksonville, Orlando and even a side trip to Mexico. I still have New York, South Carolina, Kansas, West Michigan and Seattle to visit. All part of launching my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed. The full list of my tour can be seen on GettingaMentor.com click the events page and if I’m my visiting your city or am nearby – please come along, I’d really love to see you there.

I’m also doing my best to document my day to day journey via Snapchat and Instagram stories, so if you’d like a sneak peek into my travels, you can add me on my handle: @TheGiantThinker

Now, to introduce today’s guest, he is the Managing Director of Landor, Australia. He’s had over 20 years experience in marketing, branding, and communications. He started his career in advertising with Clemenger BBDO, then McCann-Erickson where his clients included Unilever, Nestle, and Bacardi. He’s also held leadership positions at Blue Marlin and Interbrand.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Advice on becoming a great leader
Tips on managing staff
How to better commercialise innovative ideas
And how brands can be more agile

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]]>G’day Giants you are listening to episode number 36 – as I’m recording this I’m about one-third through my 2-month USA speaking tour. So far ...G’day Giants you are listening to episode number 36 – as I’m recording this I’m about one-third through my 2-month USA speaking tour. So far have covered Las Vegas, LA, San Fran, Jacksonville, Orlando and even a side trip to Mexico. I still have New York, South Carolina, Kansas, West Michigan and Seattle to visit. All part of launching my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed. The full list of my tour can be seen on GettingaMentor.com click the events page and if I’m my visiting your city or am nearby – please come along, I’d really love to see you there.

I’m also doing my best to document my day to day journey via Snapchat and Instagram stories, so if you’d like a sneak peek into my travels, you can add me on my handle: @TheGiantThinker

Now, to introduce today’s guest, he is the Managing Director of Landor, Australia. He’s had over 20 years experience in marketing, branding, and communications. He started his career in advertising with Clemenger BBDO, then McCann-Erickson where his clients included Unilever, Nestle, and Bacardi. He’s also held leadership positions at Blue Marlin and Interbrand.

I highly recommend you checkout Freshbooks. The #1 cloud-based, invoicing software for small businesses. Especially if you’re a freelancer. 5 million people already use FreshBooks to painlessly send invoices & estimates, track time and capture expense receipts. Thankfully, they automates late payment email reminders too, so you can spend less time chasing payments and more time working your magic.

FreshBooks is offering a month of unrestricted use to all Giant Thinkers listeners, totally free right now.

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:47:25David Lee, Chief Creative Officer at Squarespace on design portfolios, how to stand out and knowing your north starhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/david-lee-chief-creative-officer-at-squarespace-on-design-portfolios-how-to-stand-out-and-knowing-your-north-star/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/david-lee-chief-creative-officer-at-squarespace-on-design-portfolios-how-to-stand-out-and-knowing-your-north-star/#commentsWed, 02 Nov 2016 07:43:51 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorappssocial mediacontemporary artillustrationartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebloggingbusinessleadershipfreedomvirtualphotographerlearninghealthpersonal developmentspiritsalesmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingnikeservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobmanagingtechnologycodinginformation technologyfruitsartsustainablelivingempowermentspeakingentrepreneurshipportfolioinstagramhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/david-lee-chief-creative-officer-at-squarespace-on-design-portfolios-how-to-stand-out-and-knowing-your-north-star/Hey Giants welcome to episode number 35 – as I’m recording and releasing this, I’m actually in California – well and truly settled into my 2-month USA speaking tour with a side trip to Mexico as well. But for the most part, I’ll be speaking in various cities from the West coast to the East and many places in between. All part of launching my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed. The full list of my tour can be seen on GettingaMentor.com click the events page and if I’m my visiting your city or am nearby – please come along, I’d really love to see you there.]]>Hey Giants welcome to episode number 35 – as I’m recording and releasing this, I’m actually in California – well and truly settled into my 2-month USA speaking tour with a side trip to Mexico as well. But for the most part, I’ll be speaking in various cities from the West coast to the East and many places in between. All part of launching my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed. The full list of my tour can be seen on GettingaMentor.com click the events page and if I’m my visiting your city or am nearby – please come along, I’d really love to see you there.

Now for those of you that were at the Annual AIGA Conference hosted at The Mirage in Las Vegas, congratulations for attending, investing your time and making the event such a huge success. It was my first time at an AIGA conference and I’m sure you can all agree that it was buzzing with energy and inspiration. And for those that attended my 3-hr workshop, titled Win The Job You Want – thank you for your curiosity and engagement, it will be an event I will always remember.

Alrighty, let’s get this episode underway… our guest is the Chief Creative Officer at Squarespace, and has been there for almost 4 years. Prior to that he’s held Creative Director leadership positions at TBWA, Wieden + Kennedy and AKQA. If I read his long list of accolades and awards, we’d be here for hours, but his recognition spans broad and deep -- from Cannes, to One Show, D&AD and Webby.

What I’m sure you’ll all appreciate is that his passion lies in telling compelling stories at the intersection of product, design and marketing. He’s masterminded two Super Bowl commercials, led the successful launches of Squarespace Logo and Squarespace 7, and worked with clients including Nike, Nokia, Microsoft and Xbox.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to standout when showing your portfolioWhat it really is to be a creative directorHow we can present and sell our ideas betterAnd his advice for getting in touch with Creative Directors

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FreshBooks is offering a month of unrestricted use to all Giant Thinkers listeners, totally free right now.

To claim your free month, go to FreshBooks.com/Giant and enter Giant Thinkers in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

]]>Hey Giants welcome to episode number 35 – as I’m recording and releasing this, I’m actually in California – well and truly settled into my ...

Hey Giants welcome to episode number 35 – as I’m recording and releasing this, I’m actually in California – well and truly settled into my 2-month USA speaking tour with a side trip to Mexico as well. But for the most part, I’ll be speaking in various cities from the West coast to the East and many places in between. All part of launching my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed. The full list of my tour can be seen on GettingaMentor.com click the events page and if I’m my visiting your city or am nearby – please come along, I’d really love to see you there.

Now for those of you that were at the Annual AIGA Conference hosted at The Mirage in Las Vegas, congratulations for attending, investing your time and making the event such a huge success. It was my first time at an AIGA conference and I’m sure you can all agree that it was buzzing with energy and inspiration. And for those that attended my 3-hr workshop, titled Win The Job You Want – thank you for your curiosity and engagement, it will be an event I will always remember.

Alrighty, let’s get this episode underway… our guest is the Chief Creative Officer at Squarespace, and has been there for almost 4 years. Prior to that he’s held Creative Director leadership positions at TBWA, Wieden + Kennedy and AKQA. If I read his long list of accolades and awards, we’d be here for hours, but his recognition spans broad and deep -- from Cannes, to One Show, D&AD and Webby.

What I’m sure you’ll all appreciate is that his passion lies in telling compelling stories at the intersection of product, design and marketing. He’s masterminded two Super Bowl commercials, led the successful launches of Squarespace Logo and Squarespace 7, and worked with clients including Nike, Nokia, Microsoft and Xbox.

]]>Episode #34 is now up! I interviewed an award-winning, highly-acclaimed photographer who has been a big part of the photography world for over 20 years. A renowned Vogue cover photographer (amongst many other magazine) and the main photographer for Victoria’s Secret, he has worked with the likes of Scarlett Johansson, Bill Clinton, Halle Berry, Rihanna, Tyra Banks, Giselle Bündchen, Naomi Campbell, Heidi Klum, Adriana Lima, and more!

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How he stayed in-front and relevant as an originally film-based photographer when the digital age explodedPhotographing Tyra Banks as the first African American woman on the cover of Sports IllustratedAnd why crafting your own version of “turning up” is the secret to achieving anything.

I highly recommend you checkout Freshbooks. The #1 cloud-based, invoicing software for small businesses. Especially if you’re a freelancer. 5 million people already use FreshBooks to painlessly send invoices & estimates, track time and capture expense receipts. Thankfully, they automates late payment email reminders too, so you can spend less time chasing payments and more time working your magic.

FreshBooks is offering a month of unrestricted use to all Giant Thinkers listeners, totally free right now.

To claim your free month, go to FreshBooks.com/Giant and enter Giant Thinkers in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

]]>Episode #34 is now up! I interviewed an award-winning, highly-acclaimed photographer who has been a big part of the photography world for over 20 years. ...

Episode #34 is now up! I interviewed an award-winning, highly-acclaimed photographer who has been a big part of the photography world for over 20 years. A renowned Vogue cover photographer (amongst many other magazine) and the main photographer for Victoria’s Secret, he has worked with the likes of Scarlett Johansson, Bill Clinton, Halle Berry, Rihanna, Tyra Banks, Giselle Bündchen, Naomi Campbell, Heidi Klum, Adriana Lima, and more!

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How he stayed in-front and relevant as an originally film-based photographer when the digital age exploded

Photographing Tyra Banks as the first African American woman on the cover of Sports Illustrated

And why crafting your own version of “turning up” is the secret to achieving anything.

I highly recommend you checkout Freshbooks. The #1 cloud-based, invoicing software for small businesses. Especially if you’re a freelancer. 5 million people already use FreshBooks to painlessly send invoices & estimates, track time and capture expense receipts. Thankfully, they automates late payment email reminders too, so you can spend less time chasing payments and more time working your magic.

The first 50 pages of ‘How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed’ by Ram Castillo for free [AUDIO BOOK VERSION]http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/the-first-50-pages-of-%e2%80%98how-to-get-a-mentor-as-a-designer-guaranteed%e2%80%99-by-ram-castillo-for-free-audio-book-version/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/the-first-50-pages-of-%e2%80%98how-to-get-a-mentor-as-a-designer-guaranteed%e2%80%99-by-ram-castillo-for-free-audio-book-version/#commentsThu, 29 Sep 2016 15:26:09 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybeardsbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorappssocial mediastreet artcontemporary artillustrationpaintingabstract artartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtualphotographerlearningteachingcelebritiescreativelivehealthfitnessabsdietnutritionexercisemodelsoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindbodyspiritproteinsalesNLPneurolinguisticprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialdonationbookspovertysocial changedesign thinkingnikeservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologycomputer sciencecodingcomputersinformation technologyfruitsvegetablessculptureartfoodsustainablelivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipdigital magazinefacebookaudio bookhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/the-first-50-pages-of-%e2%80%98how-to-get-a-mentor-as-a-designer-guaranteed%e2%80%99-by-ram-castillo-for-free-audio-book-version/Welcome to episode #33 – this is a little different to all the other episodes in the past. I’ve not yet done a solo episode, as I haven’t had a good reason to, until now.

If you’re a first time listener, usually I have a conversation with one expert guest and attempt to dissect their story, the lessons they have learnt along the way and the advice they would give to their younger self.

]]>Welcome to episode #33 – this is a little different to all the other episodes in the past. I've not yet done a solo episode, as I haven’t had a good reason to, until now.

If you're a first time listener, usually I have a conversation with one expert guest and attempt to dissect their story, the lessons they have learnt along the way and the advice they would give to their younger self.

However, it’s time to mix things up, and what better way to do so than to pair the release of my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed, with the first 35 minutes of my audiobook version! which equates to the first 50 pages of the 200 page book.

The entire audio book version goes for about 2 hours 10 minutes and I thought I'd give you a solid amount as a sample here for you to base your thoughts on it incase you were looking to grab a copy.

I also took the liberty of reading it out in my own voice to hopefully add greater authenticity and connection with you. And let me tell you, that was my first time recording an audio book in a professional studio and man do i empathize with voice over artists. It's definitely not as easy as it may seem.

I highly recommend you checkout Freshbooks. The #1 cloud-based, invoicing software for small businesses. Especially if you’re a freelancer. 5 million people already use FreshBooks to painlessly send invoices & estimates, track time and capture expense receipts. Thankfully, they automates late payment email reminders too, so you can spend less time chasing payments and more time working your magic.

FreshBooks is offering a month of unrestricted use to all Giant Thinkers listeners, totally free right now.

To claim your free month, go to FreshBooks.com/Giant and enter Giant Thinkers in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

]]>Welcome to episode #33 – this is a little different to all the other episodes in the past. I've not yet done a solo episode, ...

Welcome to episode #33 – this is a little different to all the other episodes in the past. I've not yet done a solo episode, as I haven’t had a good reason to, until now.

If you're a first time listener, usually I have a conversation with one expert guest and attempt to dissect their story, the lessons they have learnt along the way and the advice they would give to their younger self.

However, it’s time to mix things up, and what better way to do so than to pair the release of my second book; How to get a mentor as a designer, guaranteed, with the first 35 minutes of my audiobook version! which equates to the first 50 pages of the 200 page book.

The entire audio book version goes for about 2 hours 10 minutes and I thought I'd give you a solid amount as a sample here for you to base your thoughts on it incase you were looking to grab a copy.

I also took the liberty of reading it out in my own voice to hopefully add greater authenticity and connection with you. And let me tell you, that was my first time recording an audio book in a professional studio and man do i empathize with voice over artists. It's definitely not as easy as it may seem.

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:39:47Dennis Yu, CTO of Blitzmetrics on Facebook marketing, personal branding and reaching almost anyone for $1 a dayhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dennis-yu-cto-of-blitzmetrics-on-facebook-marketing-personal-branding-and-reaching-almost-anyone-for-1-a-day/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dennis-yu-cto-of-blitzmetrics-on-facebook-marketing-personal-branding-and-reaching-almost-anyone-for-1-a-day/#commentsWed, 14 Sep 2016 02:14:56 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writersocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtuallearningteachingcelebritiessoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindsalesprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialbookssocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationdesign jobmanagingtechnologycomputer sciencecodingcomputersinformation technologylivingempowermentconferencesspeakingentrepreneurshipfacebookhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/dennis-yu-cto-of-blitzmetrics-on-facebook-marketing-personal-branding-and-reaching-almost-anyone-for-1-a-day/On episode #32 – I spoke with the Chief Technology Officer of BlitzMetrics, who is an internationally recognised expert lecturer in the world of Facebook marketing. He has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, LA Times, TechCrunch, Fox News, and CBS. He has previously held leadership positions at Yahoo! and American Airlines. His colleague Logan Young also joined to share some insights and stories.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

[...]]]>On episode #32 – I spoke with the Chief Technology Officer of BlitzMetrics, who is an internationally recognised expert lecturer in the world of Facebook marketing. He has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, LA Times, TechCrunch, Fox News, and CBS. He has previously held leadership positions at Yahoo! and American Airlines. His colleague Logan Young also joined to share some insights and stories.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

6 specific phases of Personal Branding to get noticed and maximise opportunitiesHow to leverage the $1 a day method of Facebook targeted marketingHis advice for designers on how to network in a meaningful wayAnd why mentorship, more than anything else, will guide you to your version of success.

I present to you … the super intelligent Facebook ‘mathematician’ and online marketing wiz, Dennis Yu!

I highly recommend you checkout Freshbooks. The #1 cloud-based, invoicing software for small businesses. Especially if you’re a freelancer. 5 million people already use FreshBooks to painlessly send invoices & estimates, track time and capture expense receipts. Thankfully, they automates late payment email reminders too, so you can spend less time chasing payments and more time working your magic.

FreshBooks is offering a month of unrestricted use to all Giant Thinkers listeners, totally free right now.

To claim your free month, go to FreshBooks.com/Giant and enter Giant Thinkers in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

]]>On episode #32 – I spoke with the Chief Technology Officer of BlitzMetrics, who is an internationally recognised expert lecturer in the world of Facebook ...

On episode #32 – I spoke with the Chief Technology Officer of BlitzMetrics, who is an internationally recognised expert lecturer in the world of Facebook marketing. He has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, LA Times, TechCrunch, Fox News, and CBS. He has previously held leadership positions at Yahoo! and American Airlines. His colleague Logan Young also joined to share some insights and stories.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

6 specific phases of Personal Branding to get noticed and maximise opportunities

How to leverage the $1 a day method of Facebook targeted marketing

His advice for designers on how to network in a meaningful way

And why mentorship, more than anything else, will guide you to your version of success.

I present to you … the super intelligent Facebook ‘mathematician’ and online marketing wiz, Dennis Yu!

]]>Episode #31 is now live and ready to shake up your day! I chatted with the creator of the digital magazine Foundr, which curates expert advice from some of the world’s greatest minds in entrepreneurship. He has interviewed the likes of Richard Branson, Arianna Huffington, Tim Ferriss, Tony Robbins, Gary Vaynerchuk, Brené Brown, Seth Godin and many more. All contributing to the Foundr communities incredible growth since its humble beginnings in 2013.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to structure and grow your businessHis biggest tip for ensuring cash flow and sustainability as an entrepreneur or freelancer, specifically for creativesHis strategy with getting in touch the most well-known entrepreneursHis eye-opening advice for those unsure about following their callingAnd why he used to resemble a Dragon Ball Z character once upon time.

I highly recommend you checkout Freshbooks. The #1 cloud-based, invoicing software for small businesses. Especially if you’re a freelancer. 5 million people already use FreshBooks to painlessly send invoices & estimates, track time and capture expense receipts. Thankfully, they automates late payment email reminders too, so you can spend less time chasing payments and more time working your magic.

FreshBooks is offering a month of unrestricted use to all Giant Thinkers listeners, totally free right now.

To claim your free month, go to FreshBooks.com/Giant and enter Giant Thinkers in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

]]>Episode #31 is now live and ready to shake up your day! I chatted with the creator of the digital magazine Foundr, which curates expert ...

Episode #31 is now live and ready to shake up your day! I chatted with the creator of the digital magazine Foundr, which curates expert advice from some of the world’s greatest minds in entrepreneurship. He has interviewed the likes of Richard Branson, Arianna Huffington, Tim Ferriss, Tony Robbins, Gary Vaynerchuk, Brené Brown, Seth Godin and many more. All contributing to the Foundr communities incredible growth since its humble beginnings in 2013.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to structure and grow your business

His biggest tip for ensuring cash flow and sustainability as an entrepreneur or freelancer, specifically for creatives

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:05:54Lauren Currie; named a top 30 women under 30 changing the world by ELLE, on challenging the norm and the power of confidencehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/lauren-currie-named-a-top-30-women-under-30-changing-the-world-by-elle-chats-about-challenging-the-norm-and-the-power-of-confidence/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/lauren-currie-named-a-top-30-women-under-30-changing-the-world-by-elle-chats-about-challenging-the-norm-and-the-power-of-confidence/#commentsWed, 10 Aug 2016 01:18:53 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorart directorsocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomlearningteachingpersonal developmentmindspiritlinguisticentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designdesign jobwomenmanagingtechnologysustainablelivingempowermentconferencesspeakinghttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/lauren-currie-named-a-top-30-women-under-30-changing-the-world-by-elle-chats-about-challenging-the-norm-and-the-power-of-confidence/Episode #30 is now live on the air! I interviewed a Scottish designer, innovator, entrepreneur and TEDx speaker who describes herself as “an ambassador of people”. Her popular service design blog; redjotter.com has attracted over 350,000 readers and she is now the Head of Service Design at The Good Lab in the UK.

Management Today named her as one of the UK’s top 35 business women under 35, and ELLE [...]

]]>Episode #30 is now live on the air! I interviewed a Scottish designer, innovator, entrepreneur and TEDx speaker who describes herself as “an ambassador of people”. Her popular service design blog; redjotter.com has attracted over 350,000 readers and she is now the Head of Service Design at The Good Lab in the UK.

Management Today named her as one of the UK’s top 35 business women under 35, and ELLE also featured her as one of 30 women under 30 changing the world.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Why fulfilment and finding meaning look different for every personHow the design industry and education providers can better work togetherEncouraging diversity onstage through her social intiative #upfrontAnd why she believes that confidence is the key to unlocking most problems we face

I present to you, the super intelligent and wildly thought-provoking… Lauren Currie!

I highly recommend you checkout Freshbooks. The #1 cloud-based, invoicing software for small businesses. Especially if you’re a freelancer. 5 million people already use FreshBooks to painlessly send invoices & estimates, track time and capture expense receipts.

FreshBooks is offering a month of unrestricted use to all Giant Thinkers listeners, totally free right now.

To claim your free month, go to FreshBooks.com/Giant and enter Giant Thinkers in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

]]>Episode #30 is now live on the air! I interviewed a Scottish designer, innovator, entrepreneur and TEDx speaker who describes herself as “an ambassador of ...

Episode #30 is now live on the air! I interviewed a Scottish designer, innovator, entrepreneur and TEDx speaker who describes herself as “an ambassador of people”. Her popular service design blog; redjotter.com has attracted over 350,000 readers and she is now the Head of Service Design at The Good Lab in the UK.

Management Today named her as one of the UK’s top 35 business women under 35, and ELLE also featured her as one of 30 women under 30 changing the world.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Why fulfilment and finding meaning look different for every person

How the design industry and education providers can better work together

Encouraging diversity onstage through her social intiative #upfront

And why she believes that confidence is the key to unlocking most problems we face

I present to you, the super intelligent and wildly thought-provoking… Lauren Currie!

She’s also a CreativeLive.com instructor, the Program Partner for HOW Design Live a [...]

]]>Welcome to Episode #29 Giants! Our guest is the founder of Marketing-Mentor.com, with 25+ years experience guiding self-employed creatives. She is the author of 7 books including “The Designer's Guide to Marketing & Pricing" and “The Creative Professional’s Guide to Money”.

She’s also a CreativeLive.com instructor, the Program Partner for HOW Design Live and host of the HOWLive Podcast. She’s been featured on Entrepreneur.com, Inc. Magazine, The New York Times, The Washington Post, HOW Magazine and more.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to find your niche and make it countHow to get paid what you’re worth from clientsWhy having a proactive mindset is crucial to ongoing success How to identify ideal clients and nurturing those relationshipsAnd how to ensure a steady income when freelancing

I present, one of the most impactful marketing leaders guiding the creative community, it’s none other than… Ilise Benun!

I highly recommend you checkout Freshbooks. The #1 cloud-based, invoicing software for small businesses. Especially if you’re a freelancer. 5 million people already use FreshBooks to painlessly send invoices & estimates, track time and capture expense receipts.

FreshBooks is offering a month of unrestricted use to all Giant Thinkers listeners, totally free right now.

To claim your free month, go to FreshBooks.com/Giant and enter Giant Thinkers in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

]]>Welcome to Episode #29 Giants! Our guest is the founder of Marketing-Mentor.com, with 25+ years experience guiding self-employed creatives. She is the author of 7 books ...

Welcome to Episode #29 Giants! Our guest is the founder of Marketing-Mentor.com, with 25+ years experience guiding self-employed creatives. She is the author of 7 books including “The Designer's Guide to Marketing & Pricing" and “The Creative Professional’s Guide to Money”.

She’s also a CreativeLive.com instructor, the Program Partner for HOW Design Live and host of the HOWLive Podcast. She’s been featured on Entrepreneur.com, Inc. Magazine, The New York Times, The Washington Post, HOW Magazine and more.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

How to find your niche and make it count

How to get paid what you’re worth from clients

Why having a proactive mindset is crucial to ongoing success

How to identify ideal clients and nurturing those relationships

And how to ensure a steady income when freelancing

I present, one of the most impactful marketing leaders guiding the creative community, it’s none other than… Ilise Benun!

Her work has been featured in more than 30 online publications and TV channels, includin [...]

]]>Episode #28 is now live and ready to rock your ear buds! Our guest is a senior graphic designer and the brain behind Mundane Matters; known for creating beautiful and intricate masterpieces through humble fruits and vegetables.

Her work has been featured in more than 30 online publications and TV channels, including Food Network (US), Huffpost (Japan), Mashable, Designboom, Trendland, Beautiful Decay, Design Taxi and many more.

Some of the things we spoke about include:

Why we should stop taking nature for granted and practice sustainabilityHow she has found creative freedom by being more relaxedWhy it’s important to find our purpose before anything elseAnd having that one special person to kick your ass!

I highly recommend you checkout Freshbooks. The #1 cloud-based, invoicing software for small businesses. Especially if you’re a freelancer. 5 million people already use FreshBooks to painlessly send invoices & estimates, track time and capture expense receipts.

FreshBooks is offering a month of unrestricted use to all Giant Thinkers listeners, totally free right now.

To claim your free month, go to FreshBooks.com/Giant and enter Giant Thinkers in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

]]>Episode #28 is now live and ready to rock your ear buds! Our guest is a senior graphic designer and the brain behind Mundane Matters; ...

Episode #28 is now live and ready to rock your ear buds! Our guest is a senior graphic designer and the brain behind Mundane Matters; known for creating beautiful and intricate masterpieces through humble fruits and vegetables.

Her work has been featured in more than 30 online publications and TV channels, including Food Network (US), Huffpost (Japan), Mashable, Designboom, Trendland, Beautiful Decay, Design Taxi and many more.

Some of the things we spoke about include:

Why we should stop taking nature for granted and practice sustainability

Taj Pabari on being a 16 year old Founder and CEO of tech empire Fiftysix Creationshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/taj-pabari-on-being-a-16-year-old-founder-and-ceo-of-tech-empire-fiftysix-creations/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/taj-pabari-on-being-a-16-year-old-founder-and-ceo-of-tech-empire-fiftysix-creations/#commentsMon, 13 Jun 2016 11:59:55 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationsappssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtuallearningteachingexercisemodelsoftwarepersonal developmentmindspiritsalesprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingservice designinteraction designnegotiationtechnologycomputer sciencecodingcomputersinformation technologyhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/taj-pabari-on-being-a-16-year-old-founder-and-ceo-of-tech-empire-fiftysix-creations/Giants, welcome to Episode #27, where we chat to the 16 year old Founder and CEO of tech empire Fiftysix Creations; also known as the Lego of the 21st Century.

Coined by some as “the next Steve Jobs”, he was exposed to his first school laptop in Grade 4, and started his first blog and entrepreneurial journey at the age of 11. He’s currently still a full-time high school student who runs his business by waking up at 4am every morning to connect with his team throughout Australia, t [...]

]]>Giants, welcome to Episode #27, where we chat to the 16 year old Founder and CEO of tech empire Fiftysix Creations; also known as the Lego of the 21st Century.

Coined by some as “the next Steve Jobs”, he was exposed to his first school laptop in Grade 4, and started his first blog and entrepreneurial journey at the age of 11. He’s currently still a full-time high school student who runs his business by waking up at 4am every morning to connect with his team throughout Australia, the US and London.

Some of the things we spoke about include:

How he balances his double life as a CEO and Grade 12 studentWhy it’s important to educate third-world countries about technologyHow to up-skill with life fundamentals that aren’t taught in schoolAnd insights on the jobs of the future

I present, the teenage entrepreneurial whiz shaking up the tech industry, Taj Pabari!

I’m sure you all understand the importance of getting a mentor, but many just don’t know how to go about it. So my next book launching soon, will serve as a way to cut the guess work, get the shortcuts, see the blind spots, and succeed faster.

Head on over to GiantThinkers.com/Mentor to sign up to the mailing list for all the details of my upcoming book on Mentorship.

]]>Giants, welcome to Episode #27, where we chat to the 16 year old Founder and CEO of tech empire Fiftysix Creations; also known as the ...

Giants, welcome to Episode #27, where we chat to the 16 year old Founder and CEO of tech empire Fiftysix Creations; also known as the Lego of the 21st Century.

Coined by some as “the next Steve Jobs”, he was exposed to his first school laptop in Grade 4, and started his first blog and entrepreneurial journey at the age of 11. He’s currently still a full-time high school student who runs his business by waking up at 4am every morning to connect with his team throughout Australia, the US and London.

Some of the things we spoke about include:

How he balances his double life as a CEO and Grade 12 student

Why it’s important to educate third-world countries about technology

How to up-skill with life fundamentals that aren’t taught in school

And insights on the jobs of the future

I present, the teenage entrepreneurial whiz shaking up the tech industry, Taj Pabari!

I’m sure you all understand the importance of getting a mentor, but many just don’t know ho]]>

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:08:18Robyn Wakefield, Australia’s female Yoda and veteran of the design industry for 30+ years, on staying relevanthttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/robyn-wakefield-australia%e2%80%99s-female-yoda-and-veteran-of-the-design-industry-for-30-years-on-staying-relevant/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/robyn-wakefield-australia%e2%80%99s-female-yoda-and-veteran-of-the-design-industry-for-30-years-on-staying-relevant/#commentsSun, 29 May 2016 11:05:43 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessmarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorart directorsocial mediaillustrationartistUXuser experienceresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebusinessleadershipCEOfreedomlearningteachinghealthfitnessexercisesoftwarepersonal developmentspiritsalesprogrammingmentormentorsentrepreneurdesign thinkinginteraction designdesign jobwomenmanaginghttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/robyn-wakefield-australia%e2%80%99s-female-yoda-and-veteran-of-the-design-industry-for-30-years-on-staying-relevant/Welcome, to episode #26! If you’ve ever wanted to hear from a woman who was born in the 60s and started her design career in the 80s, has travelled the globe working with clients including Coca-Cola Amatil for 10 years building their brand across several continents, as well as working with some of Australia’s most successful corporate businesses such as QANTAS; then you’re in for an absolute treat.

To this day she has worn all the hats you can imagine in the design space, from jun [...]

]]>Welcome, to episode #26! If you’ve ever wanted to hear from a woman who was born in the 60s and started her design career in the 80s, has travelled the globe working with clients including Coca-Cola Amatil for 10 years building their brand across several continents, as well as working with some of Australia’s most successful corporate businesses such as QANTAS; then you’re in for an absolute treat.

To this day she has worn all the hats you can imagine in the design space, from junior to mid to senior designer levels, all the way to Art Director, Executive Managing Director and now she is the business owner of an agency that’s been running for 16 years.

In this episode, we cover:

What the design industry was like three decades agoHow she’s adapted herself to stay relevant from the analog era to the digital ageBut, why analog and manual processes are still so important todayWays to up-skill yourself and be of more value to your clientsAnd why it’s crucial to engage with juniors in the industry.

I present to you, the tenacious, intelligent and wonderful Robyn Wakefield!

It's called Igloo; modern cloud-based intranet software. You and your team have access to what they need, using tools they already know. Igloo has been recognised as one of the fastest growing technology companies in both Canada and North America, alongside names such as Tesla, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

]]>Welcome, to episode #26! If you’ve ever wanted to hear from a woman who was born in the 60s and started her design career in ...

Welcome, to episode #26! If you’ve ever wanted to hear from a woman who was born in the 60s and started her design career in the 80s, has travelled the globe working with clients including Coca-Cola Amatil for 10 years building their brand across several continents, as well as working with some of Australia’s most successful corporate businesses such as QANTAS; then you’re in for an absolute treat.

To this day she has worn all the hats you can imagine in the design space, from junior to mid to senior designer levels, all the way to Art Director, Executive Managing Director and now she is the business owner of an agency that’s been running for 16 years.

In this episode, we cover:

What the design industry was like three decades ago

How she’s adapted herself to stay relevant from the analog era to the digital age

But, why analog and manual processes are still so important today

Ways to up-skill yourself and be of more value to your clients

And why it’s crucial to engage with juniors in the industry.

I present to you, the tenacious, intelligent and wonderful Robyn Wakefield!

Welcome to episode #25! The guest joining us is a world-class expert negotiator for creatives and was the former Global Chief Creative Officer for FITCH Worldwide.

In 1985, he was the founder and CEO of the branding agency ‘The Leonhardt Group’, which employed over forty people and annually billed $10 million to clients including Nissan, Nordstrom, Charles Schwab, Electronic Arts, and Microsoft.

He’s also lectured at Seattle’s School of Visual Concepts, is a contributing writer for Fast Company, and now brings decades of experience in helping creatives win negotiations and be in control of their professional survival and creative happiness.

I’m excited for you all to listen to this episode because (truth be to [...]

]]>Welcome to episode #25! The guest joining us is a world-class expert negotiator for creatives and was the former Global Chief Creative Officer for FITCH Worldwide.

In 1985, he was the founder and CEO of the branding agency ‘The Leonhardt Group’, which employed over forty people and annually billed $10 million to clients including Nissan, Nordstrom, Charles Schwab, Electronic Arts, and Microsoft.

He’s also lectured at Seattle’s School of Visual Concepts, is a contributing writer for Fast Company, and now brings decades of experience in helping creatives win negotiations and be in control of their professional survival and creative happiness.

I’m excited for you all to listen to this episode because (truth be told) negotiating pricing and salaries, and asking for what we feel we deserve can be difficult for all creative people – it certainly was for me when I started out. Our guest shows us how we can learn to negotiate with confidence.

In this episode, we cover:

10 negotiation tips; from planning ahead, to getting as much as we canWhy we should never do work for freeHow to instantly handle your emotions on the negotiation tableWhy we should ask more and talk lessWhat to do with your first offer (and it’s not what you think).

It's called Igloo; modern cloud-based intranet software. You and your team have access to what they need, using tools they already know. Igloo has been recognised as one of the fastest growing technology companies in both Canada and North America, alongside names such as Tesla, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

]]>Welcome to episode #25! The guest joining us is a world-class expert negotiator for creatives and was the former Global Chief Creative Officer for FITCH ...

Welcome to episode #25! The guest joining us is a world-class expert negotiator for creatives and was the former Global Chief Creative Officer for FITCH Worldwide.

In 1985, he was the founder and CEO of the branding agency ‘The Leonhardt Group’, which employed over forty people and annually billed $10 million to clients including Nissan, Nordstrom, Charles Schwab, Electronic Arts, and Microsoft.

He’s also lectured at Seattle’s School of Visual Concepts, is a contributing writer for Fast Company, and now brings decades of experience in helping creatives win negotiations and be in control of their professional survival and creative happiness.

I’m excited for you all to listen to this episode because (truth be told) negotiating pricing and salaries, and asking for what we feel we deserve can be difficult for all creative people – it certainly was for me when I started out. Our guest shows us how we can learn to negotiate with confidence.

In this episode, we cover:

10 negotiation tips; from planning ahead, to getting as much as we can

It's called Igloo; modern cloud-based intranet software. You and your team have access to what they need, using tools they already know. Igloo has been recognised as one of the fastest growing technology companies in both Canada and North America, alongside names such as Tesla, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

For the last two decades he has consulted with Fortune 50 companies, built agencies, created brands and shares with us his knowledge collected from a diverse range of experiences, including:

]]>Giants, here on Episode 24 we peek into the incredible mind of a professional creative problem solver, who also happens to be the Executive Design Director and National Creative Director for Deloitte Digital.

For the last two decades he has consulted with Fortune 50 companies, built agencies, created brands and shares with us his knowledge collected from a diverse range of experiences, including:

His top tips for getting your foot in the door at a design companyThe power of sweating the details with your online and offline communicationHis thoughts on why being ‘interested’ comes before being ‘interesting’How your personality can truly contribute to an organizationHis advice on starting any businessAnd his insights on augmented reality.

He describes himself as “spending an obsessive amount of his life daydreaming about how to improve the world around him” … the humble and wise, Nelson Kunkel!

It's called Igloo; modern cloud-based intranet software. You and your team have access to what they need, using tools they already know. Igloo has been recognised as one of the fastest growing technology companies in both Canada and North America, alongside names such as Tesla, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

]]>Giants, here on Episode 24 we peek into the incredible mind of a professional creative problem solver, who also happens to be the Executive Design ...

Giants, here on Episode 24 we peek into the incredible mind of a professional creative problem solver, who also happens to be the Executive Design Director and National Creative Director for Deloitte Digital.

For the last two decades he has consulted with Fortune 50 companies, built agencies, created brands and shares with us his knowledge collected from a diverse range of experiences, including:

His top tips for getting your foot in the door at a design company

The power of sweating the details with your online and offline communication

His thoughts on why being ‘interested’ comes before being ‘interesting’

How your personality can truly contribute to an organization

His advice on starting any business

And his insights on augmented reality.

He describes himself as “spending an obsessive amount of his life daydreaming about how to improve the world around him” … the humble and wise, Nelson Kunkel!

It's called Igloo; modern cloud-based intranet software. You and your team have access to what they need, using tools they already ]]>

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:11:01Nike+ Design Director, Ben Fullerton on interaction design, channelling your creative voice and bringing it to lifehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/nike-design-director-ben-fullerton-on-interaction-design-channelling-your-creative-voice-and-bringing-it-to-life/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/nike-design-director-ben-fullerton-on-interaction-design-channelling-your-creative-voice-and-bringing-it-to-life/#commentsSun, 10 Apr 2016 04:08:05 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorart directorappssocial mediaillustrationartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebusinessleadershipfreedomvirtuallearningteachingcelebritieshealthfitnessexercisesoftwarepersonal developmentmindspiritmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkingnikeservice designinteraction designhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/nike-design-director-ben-fullerton-on-interaction-design-channelling-your-creative-voice-and-bringing-it-to-life/Today we are diving into episode number 23, where I chat with the Design Director for Nike+, who has worked across the realms of digital products, physical products, services and brands. He is best known for his interaction design work, and his CV includes the likes of Samsung, Twitter and IDEO.

His work has been recognised by:

BAFTA (the British Academy of Film & Tel [...]

]]>Today we are diving into episode number 23, where I chat with the Design Director for Nike+, who has worked across the realms of digital products, physical products, services and brands. He is best known for his interaction design work, and his CV includes the likes of Samsung, Twitter and IDEO.

His work has been recognised by:

BAFTA (the British Academy of Film & Television Artsthe Spark Awardsthe Webbysthe Pixel Awardsand the Interaction Design Association’s Awards.

Has been published by:

Fast CompanyCore77.

And presented workshops at international conferences:

including South by Southwest!

Whether you’re an emerging or established designer, you’ll get solid insights and practical advice here.

He shares his experiences with:

small and large companiesproject challengeson-the-job realitieshealth-tech wearablesand navigating your way through curiosity.

I now present to you, one of the great minds behind arguably the world’s most iconic sporting brand... Ben Fullerton!

]]>Today we are diving into episode number 23, where I chat with the Design Director for Nike+, who has worked across the realms of digital ...

Today we are diving into episode number 23, where I chat with the Design Director for Nike+, who has worked across the realms of digital products, physical products, services and brands. He is best known for his interaction design work, and his CV includes the likes of Samsung, Twitter and IDEO.

His work has been recognised by:

BAFTA (the British Academy of Film & Television Arts

the Spark Awards

the Webbys

the Pixel Awards

and the Interaction Design Association’s Awards.

Has been published by:

Fast Company

Core77.

And presented workshops at international conferences:

including South by Southwest!

Whether you’re an emerging or established designer, you’ll get solid insights and practical advice here.

He shares his experiences with:

small and large companies

project challenges

on-the-job realities

health-tech wearables

and navigating your way through curiosity.

I now present to you, one of the great minds behind arguably the world’s most iconic sporting brand... Ben Fullerton!

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:00:18The legendary Ric Grefé on listening, leadership and legacy via design to impact social changehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/the-legendary-ric-grefe%cc%81-on-listening-leadership-and-legacy-via-design-to-impact-social-change/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/the-legendary-ric-grefe%cc%81-on-listening-leadership-and-legacy-via-design-to-impact-social-change/#commentsMon, 28 Mar 2016 11:26:09 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorsocial mediaillustrationartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchpeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebusinessleadershipCEOlearningteachingpersonal developmentmindspiritmentormentorsentrepreneursocialsocial changedesign thinkinghttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/the-legendary-ric-grefe%cc%81-on-listening-leadership-and-legacy-via-design-to-impact-social-change/Our guest on episode 22 is unlike any other. His CV includes a broad range of accomplishments including working in naval intelligence during the Vietnam War, working as a journalist for the Associated Press, and contributing as a business writer for Time magazine. His most recent and significant contribution to the world of design has been his 20 year tenure as the Executive Director of AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts), where he was committed to advancing creative thinking from 1995 through to 2015.

The thing that astounds m [...]

]]>Our guest on episode 22 is unlike any other. His CV includes a broad range of accomplishments including working in naval intelligence during the Vietnam War, working as a journalist for the Associated Press, and contributing as a business writer for Time magazine. His most recent and significant contribution to the world of design has been his 20 year tenure as the Executive Director of AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts), where he was committed to advancing creative thinking from 1995 through to 2015.

The thing that astounds me is the profoundly unique way that he observes the world we live in. I guarantee that you will view design, and your ability to impact the world, in a whole new dimension. It’s an exciting and deep episode, so I won’t give too much away.

I present to you, the complex and poetic mind of the incredible Mr Ric Grefé.

]]>Our guest on episode 22 is unlike any other. His CV includes a broad range of accomplishments including working in naval intelligence during the Vietnam ...

Our guest on episode 22 is unlike any other. His CV includes a broad range of accomplishments including working in naval intelligence during the Vietnam War, working as a journalist for the Associated Press, and contributing as a business writer for Time magazine. His most recent and significant contribution to the world of design has been his 20 year tenure as the Executive Director of AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts), where he was committed to advancing creative thinking from 1995 through to 2015.

The thing that astounds me is the profoundly unique way that he observes the world we live in. I guarantee that you will view design, and your ability to impact the world, in a whole new dimension. It’s an exciting and deep episode, so I won’t give too much away.

I present to you, the complex and poetic mind of the incredible Mr Ric Grefé.

]]>Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:54:10Daniel Flynn, Co-founder and MD of ‘Thankyou’ on donating 100% of profits to end global poverty; giving over $3.7 million to datehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/daniel-flynn-co-founder-and-md-of-%e2%80%98thankyou%e2%80%99-on-donating-100-of-profits-to-end-global-poverty-giving-over-37-million-dollars-to-date/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/daniel-flynn-co-founder-and-md-of-%e2%80%98thankyou%e2%80%99-on-donating-100-of-profits-to-end-global-poverty-giving-over-37-million-dollars-to-date/#commentsMon, 07 Mar 2016 14:23:48 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorsocial mediaartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebusinessleadershipCEOfreedomlearningcelebritieshealthnutritionpersonal developmentsalesmentormentorsentrepreneursocialdonationbookspovertyhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/daniel-flynn-co-founder-and-md-of-%e2%80%98thankyou%e2%80%99-on-donating-100-of-profits-to-end-global-poverty-giving-over-37-million-dollars-to-date/We are pumping out episode number #21 with a guest who is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Thankyou. They make water, food and body care products, then give 100% of the profits to help end global poverty.

Their recent video was brought to my attention only a few days ago and I had to get this gentlemen on the show. I was so moved by their cause and impressed by their actions to bring their vision into reality.

]]>We are pumping out episode number #21 with a guest who is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Thankyou. They make water, food and body care products, then give 100% of the profits to help end global poverty.

Their recent video was brought to my attention only a few days ago and I had to get this gentlemen on the show. I was so moved by their cause and impressed by their actions to bring their vision into reality.

As of January 2016:

They’ve given over $3.7 million dollars to people in needhelped get safe water to over 192,000 peoplehelped feed almost 90,000 peoplehelped the hygiene and sanitation of over 300,000 people.

I’m certain you’ll be inspired by this interview.

The man behind the incredible business and social enterprise success story, someone that has been a recipient of the Junior Chamber International 10 Young Outstanding People of The World Award, is none other than, Daniel Flynn!

]]>We are pumping out episode number #21 with a guest who is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Thankyou. They make water, food and body ...

We are pumping out episode number #21 with a guest who is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Thankyou. They make water, food and body care products, then give 100% of the profits to help end global poverty.

Their recent video was brought to my attention only a few days ago and I had to get this gentlemen on the show. I was so moved by their cause and impressed by their actions to bring their vision into reality.

As of January 2016:

They’ve given over $3.7 million dollars to people in need

helped get safe water to over 192,000 people

helped feed almost 90,000 people

helped the hygiene and sanitation of over 300,000 people.

I’m certain you’ll be inspired by this interview.

The man behind the incredible business and social enterprise success story, someone that has been a recipient of the Junior Chamber International 10 Young Outstanding People of The World Award, is none other than, Daniel Flynn!

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:01:07Aaryn Longmore, Founder & CEO of NLP Academy Australia on using Neuro-Linguistic Programming for designers and creativeshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/aaryn-longmore-founder-ceo-of-nlp-academy-australia-on-using-neuro-linguistic-programming-for-designers-and-creatives/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/aaryn-longmore-founder-ceo-of-nlp-academy-australia-on-using-neuro-linguistic-programming-for-designers-and-creatives/#commentsWed, 02 Mar 2016 01:52:21 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorappssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomlearningteachingcelebritieshealthfitnessnutritionexercisemodelsoftwarepersonal trainingpersonal developmentmindbodyspiritsalesNLPneurolinguisticprogrammingmentormentorshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/aaryn-longmore-founder-ceo-of-nlp-academy-australia-on-using-neuro-linguistic-programming-for-designers-and-creatives/This guest is the Founder and CEO of NLP Academy Australia. For those that haven’t heard of NLP before, it stands for Neuro-Linguistic Programming, and it’s a name that encompasses the three most influential components involved in producing human experience; neurology, language and programming. NLP methods include ‘modeling’ and ‘adopting’ the skills and behaviors of exceptional people, then using that to acquire your own goals and objectives.

Some of the topics we chat about include:

]]>This guest is the Founder and CEO of NLP Academy Australia. For those that haven’t heard of NLP before, it stands for Neuro-Linguistic Programming, and it’s a name that encompasses the three most influential components involved in producing human experience; neurology, language and programming. NLP methods include ‘modeling’ and ‘adopting’ the skills and behaviors of exceptional people, then using that to acquire your own goals and objectives.

Some of the topics we chat about include:

Four NLP action steps we can apply immediatelyBehavioural integrationUnderstanding rapport and how to use it effectivelyThe definition of ‘anchoring’ and how to use it appropriatelyAnd reframing the mind with a powerful technique to help us shift to excitement as opposed to negativity.

]]>This guest is the Founder and CEO of NLP Academy Australia. For those that haven’t heard of NLP before, it stands for Neuro-Linguistic Programming, and ...

This guest is the Founder and CEO of NLP Academy Australia. For those that haven’t heard of NLP before, it stands for Neuro-Linguistic Programming, and it’s a name that encompasses the three most influential components involved in producing human experience; neurology, language and programming. NLP methods include ‘modeling’ and ‘adopting’ the skills and behaviors of exceptional people, then using that to acquire your own goals and objectives.

Some of the topics we chat about include:

Four NLP action steps we can apply immediately

Behavioural integration

Understanding rapport and how to use it effectively

The definition of ‘anchoring’ and how to use it appropriately

And reframing the mind with a powerful technique to help us shift to excitement as opposed to negativity.

He is a health and fitness personality, and is currently Australia’s number 1 men’s physique fitness model. He has his own supplement brand. And on top of all that, lives a double life working for the world’s fastest growing software company; Salesforce.

]]>Welcome to episode #19, I have the type of guest that truly lives life to the fullest, with unstoppable intentions.

He is a health and fitness personality, and is currently Australia’s number 1 men’s physique fitness model. He has his own supplement brand. And on top of all that, lives a double life working for the world's fastest growing software company; Salesforce.

Some of the topics we talk about include:

The moment which transformed his life at 23 years of ageGetting a supplement line up and runningThe ups and downs documented in his e-book series titled “Fat to Fitness Model”The interconnectedness of the mind, body and spirit to enhance creative career performanceAnd how to bounce out of bed in the morning.

Do you want a portable photo, video, and editing studio with state-of-the-art technology in your pocket?

You need to checkout the app, ProCamera. It’s had a 4.5 out of 5 star rating from over 800 reviews on the AppStore.

The NY Times says "the high-end crowd swears by it". National Geographic chose it as 1 of 8 "must-have travel apps". Forbes selected it as one of the "Best iPhone Camera Apps in 2014" and said it "provides nearly any camera feature you could need, and shoots HD video".

]]>Welcome to episode #19, I have the type of guest that truly lives life to the fullest, with unstoppable intentions.He is a health and fitness personality, ...Welcome to episode #19, I have the type of guest that truly lives life to the fullest, with unstoppable intentions.

He is a health and fitness personality, and is currently Australia’s number 1 men’s physique fitness model. He has his own supplement brand. And on top of all that, lives a double life working for the world's fastest growing software company; Salesforce.

Some of the topics we talk about include:

The moment which transformed his life at 23 years of age

Getting a supplement line up and running

The ups and downs documented in his e-book series titled “Fat to Fitness Model”

The interconnectedness of the mind, body and spirit to enhance creative career performance

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:49:58Chase Jarvis, Founder of CreativeLive and world-renowned photographer on human connectionhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/chase-jarvis-founder-of-creativelive-and-world-renowned-photographer-on-human-connection/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/chase-jarvis-founder-of-creativelive-and-world-renowned-photographer-on-human-connection/#commentsTue, 16 Feb 2016 03:44:08 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorappssocial mediastreet artcontemporary artillustrationpaintingabstract artartistUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdataInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtualphotographerlearningteachingcelebritiescreativelivehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/chase-jarvis-founder-of-creativelive-and-world-renowned-photographer-on-human-connection/Strap yourself in and have some snacks handy. This is a long one, but for good reason. It’s partly deep, partly entertaining and 100% real. This man needs no introduction, but if by chance you haven’t heard of him, he is a world-renowned photographer, CEO and Founder of CreativeLive. It’s none other than, Chase Jarvis.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

[...]

]]>Strap yourself in and have some snacks handy. This is a long one, but for good reason. It's partly deep, partly entertaining and 100% real. This man needs no introduction, but if by chance you haven't heard of him, he is a world-renowned photographer, CEO and Founder of CreativeLive. It’s none other than, Chase Jarvis.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Studying medicine for years before ultimately following his calling towards photographyCreating ‘Best Camera’, the first app to introduce filters and allow direct sharing to social media (pre-Instagram)The humble beginnings of CreativeLive in a tiny south Seattle warehouse with his co-founder Craig SwansonAnd the importance of writing your own script in life.

Do you want a portable photo, video, and editing studio with state-of-the-art technology in your pocket?

You need to checkout the app, ProCamera. It’s had a 4.5 out of 5 star rating from over 800 reviews on the AppStore.

The NY Times says "the high-end crowd swears by it". National Geographic chose it as 1 of 8 "must-have travel apps". Forbes selected it as one of the "Best iPhone Camera Apps in 2014" and said it "provides nearly any camera feature you could need, and shoots HD video".

]]>Strap yourself in and have some snacks handy. This is a long one, but for good reason. It's partly deep, partly entertaining and 100% real. ...Strap yourself in and have some snacks handy. This is a long one, but for good reason. It's partly deep, partly entertaining and 100% real. This man needs no introduction, but if by chance you haven't heard of him, he is a world-renowned photographer, CEO and Founder of CreativeLive. It’s none other than, Chase Jarvis.

Some of the topics we spoke about include:

Studying medicine for years before ultimately following his calling towards photography

Creating ‘Best Camera’, the first app to introduce filters and allow direct sharing to social media (pre-Instagram)

The humble beginnings of CreativeLive in a tiny south Seattle warehouse with his co-founder Craig Swanson

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:34:50Chris Ducker on being a Virtual CEO, learning from your mistakes and building a community around ‘you’http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/chris-ducker-on-being-a-virtual-ceo-learning-from-your-mistakes-and-building-a-community-around-you/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/chris-ducker-on-being-a-virtual-ceo-learning-from-your-mistakes-and-building-a-community-around-you/#commentsTue, 09 Feb 2016 09:05:20 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorart directorsocial mediaartistUXuser experienceproblem solvingresearchInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorpurposebloggingbusinessleadershipCEOfreedomvirtualhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/chris-ducker-on-being-a-virtual-ceo-learning-from-your-mistakes-and-building-a-community-around-you/We are pumping episode #17 out to your ear drums right now and our guest on this session is a well-known expert in the field of virtual business management. His business ‘Virtual Staff Finder’ allows his clients worldwide to experience more time, productivity and freedom through the benefits of a having a virtual assistant.

His best-selling book, Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive and Build Your Dream Business, is the result of over a decad [...]

]]>We are pumping episode #17 out to your ear drums right now and our guest on this session is a well-known expert in the field of virtual business management. His business 'Virtual Staff Finder' allows his clients worldwide to experience more time, productivity and freedom through the benefits of a having a virtual assistant.

His best-selling book, Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive and Build Your Dream Business, is the result of over a decade in the outsourcing industry and working with thousands of entrepreneurs on their virtual team building strategies. He is also the creator of 'Youpreneur', the entrepreneurial community where nobody gets left behind. It provides support, accountability, training, knowledge and relationships that allow his clients and their businesses to thrive.

Some of the topics we chat about include:

Renting out an entire IMAX cinema to treat 450 of his staff to the screening of Star WarsDelegating his work and hiring 8 people to cover the work he was doing!Building a community around yourself and your brandHis annual mastermind conference for entrepreneurs, ‘Tropical Think Tank’And owning your presence in the online space.

He is without doubt an incredibly productive entrepreneur, one who has been able to structure his business and life to enjoy more freedom, and someone we can all learn from to benefit our own working lives.

Do you want a portable photo, video, and editing studio with state-of-the-art technology in your pocket?

You need to checkout the app, ProCamera. It’s had a 4.5 out of 5 star rating from over 800 reviews on the AppStore.

The NY Times says "the high-end crowd swears by it". National Geographic chose it as 1 of 8 "must-have travel apps". Forbes selected it as one of the "Best iPhone Camera Apps in 2014" and said it "provides nearly any camera feature you could need, and shoots HD video".

]]>We are pumping episode #17 out to your ear drums right now and our guest on this session is a well-known expert in the field ...We are pumping episode #17 out to your ear drums right now and our guest on this session is a well-known expert in the field of virtual business management. His business 'Virtual Staff Finder' allows his clients worldwide to experience more time, productivity and freedom through the benefits of a having a virtual assistant.

His best-selling book, Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive and Build Your Dream Business, is the result of over a decade in the outsourcing industry and working with thousands of entrepreneurs on their virtual team building strategies. He is also the creator of 'Youpreneur', the entrepreneurial community where nobody gets left behind. It provides support, accountability, training, knowledge and relationships that allow his clients and their businesses to thrive.

Some of the topics we chat about include:

Renting out an entire IMAX cinema to treat 450 of his staff to the screening of Star Wars

Delegating his work and hiring 8 people to cover the work he was doing!

He is without doubt an incredibly productive entrepreneur, one who has been able to structure his business and life to enjoy more freedom, and someone we can all learn from to benefit our own working lives.

Joel Brown on meeting the Wolf of Wall Street, creating win-wins, and starting the world’s #1 motivational bloghttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/joel-brown-on-meeting-the-wolf-of-wall-street-creating-win-wins-and-starting-the-world%e2%80%99s-1-motivational-blog/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/joel-brown-on-meeting-the-wolf-of-wall-street-creating-win-wins-and-starting-the-world%e2%80%99s-1-motivational-blog/#commentsTue, 26 Jan 2016 06:15:03 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignerbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficmarketing communicationssocial mediaproblem solvingpeople skillspurposebloggingbusinesshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/joel-brown-on-meeting-the-wolf-of-wall-street-creating-win-wins-and-starting-the-world%e2%80%99s-1-motivational-blog/Welcome to episode 16 on the podcast! In this session we are welcoming an Entrepreneur and Life Design Coach, whose motivational blog “Addicted2Success” has had over 68 million views worldwide and counting. He has graced the covers of Foundr magazine, Lifestyle Business magazine, and been an author on Success.com and Entrepreneur.com. He has even had the pleasure of interviewing giants such as Tony Robbins, Tim Ferriss, Gary Vaynerchuk and Deepak Chopra.

Some of the topics we talk about incl [...]

]]>Welcome to episode 16 on the podcast! In this session we are welcoming an Entrepreneur and Life Design Coach, whose motivational blog “Addicted2Success” has had over 68 million views worldwide and counting. He has graced the covers of Foundr magazine, Lifestyle Business magazine, and been an author on Success.com and Entrepreneur.com. He has even had the pleasure of interviewing giants such as Tony Robbins, Tim Ferriss, Gary Vaynerchuk and Deepak Chopra.

Some of the topics we talk about include:

How he sold homemade dog biscuits for pocket money at the age of 6Moving to Miami at the age of 17 to pursue a career in musicMeeting the Wolf of Wall Street, Jordan Belfort, who gave him the idea to start his internationally renowned blog, Addicted2Success.comEnsuring that you always focus on creating a powerful vision for yourself;And breaking free from limiting beliefs by changing their meaning..

Want to know the most productive tool that has helped me accelerate my progress; professionally and personally?

It's the Five-Minute Journal; the simplest, most effective thing you can do everyday to be happier. It’s a physical journal that gives you a positive quote, followed by three questions you answer in the morning and two questions to answer in the evening before bed. It basically anchors your mind in a positively focused, intentional and grateful mindset, in less than 5 minutes a day. You can purchase it through my affiliate link which is GiantThinkers.com/fiveminutejournal.

]]>Welcome to episode 16 on the podcast! In this session we are welcoming an Entrepreneur and Life Design Coach, whose motivational blog “Addicted2Success” has had ...Welcome to episode 16 on the podcast! In this session we are welcoming an Entrepreneur and Life Design Coach, whose motivational blog “Addicted2Success” has had over 68 million views worldwide and counting. He has graced the covers of Foundr magazine, Lifestyle Business magazine, and been an author on Success.com and Entrepreneur.com. He has even had the pleasure of interviewing giants such as Tony Robbins, Tim Ferriss, Gary Vaynerchuk and Deepak Chopra.

Some of the topics we talk about include:

How he sold homemade dog biscuits for pocket money at the age of 6

Moving to Miami at the age of 17 to pursue a career in music

Meeting the Wolf of Wall Street, Jordan Belfort, who gave him the idea to start his internationally renowned blog, Addicted2Success.com

Ensuring that you always focus on creating a powerful vision for yourself;

Monika Zands on building your legacy, how to best serve others and ninja love bombshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/monika-zands-on-building-your-legacy-how-to-best-serve-others-and-ninja-love-bombs/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/monika-zands-on-building-your-legacy-how-to-best-serve-others-and-ninja-love-bombs/#commentsTue, 12 Jan 2016 07:35:51 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writersocial mediacontemporary artartistUXuser experienceproblem solvingresearchpeople skillshuman behaviorsciencepurposehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/monika-zands-on-building-your-legacy-how-to-best-serve-others-and-ninja-love-bombs/Welcome to episode 15! The guest for this incredible session is an executive business consultant and life strategist who thrives on helping highly successful entrepreneurs tap into their greatness and build massive empires. She has a unique ability to help others discover what their gift is, show them how to use it to do good in the world, and empower them to take giant leaps toward their dreams.

During this whirlwind episode, we cover top [...]

]]>Welcome to episode 15! The guest for this incredible session is an executive business consultant and life strategist who thrives on helping highly successful entrepreneurs tap into their greatness and build massive empires. She has a unique ability to help others discover what their gift is, show them how to use it to do good in the world, and empower them to take giant leaps toward their dreams.

During this whirlwind episode, we cover topics including:

Her career from working at Pixar to editing videos for clients including the President of the USCultivating your gifts and using them to serve othersHaving a clear, primary intention and strategic position as a designerAnd discovering our own unique reasons for being on the planet.

Do yourself a favour and check out Blinkist which takes the best non-fiction books and distills them into powerful, made-for-mobile summaries. Essentially, giving you and I the main concepts of an entire book in 15 minutes. Available to read and also to listen to as audio. Head to GiantThinkers.com/blink to take up the 30% off discount or at least head over there and take up the free 3 day trial which gives you full access.

]]>Welcome to episode 15! The guest for this incredible session is an executive business consultant and life strategist who thrives on helping highly successful entrepreneurs ...Welcome to episode 15! The guest for this incredible session is an executive business consultant and life strategist who thrives on helping highly successful entrepreneurs tap into their greatness and build massive empires. She has a unique ability to help others discover what their gift is, show them how to use it to do good in the world, and empower them to take giant leaps toward their dreams.

During this whirlwind episode, we cover topics including:

Her career from working at Pixar to editing videos for clients including the President of the US

Cultivating your gifts and using them to serve others

Having a clear, primary intention and strategic position as a designer

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:08:26Jules Marcoux on ‘The Drug Dealer Strategy’ and reaching #1 on Amazon in 4 months at 21 years oldhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jules-marcoux-on-%e2%80%98the-drug-dealer-strategy%e2%80%99-and-reaching-1-on-amazon-in-4-months-at-21-years-old/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jules-marcoux-on-%e2%80%98the-drug-dealer-strategy%e2%80%99-and-reaching-1-on-amazon-in-4-months-at-21-years-old/#commentsSun, 27 Dec 2015 12:33:40 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignergraphicdesignbrandingcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationsappssocial mediaartistUXuser experienceproblem solvingresearchInstagrampeople skillshuman behaviorhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jules-marcoux-on-%e2%80%98the-drug-dealer-strategy%e2%80%99-and-reaching-1-on-amazon-in-4-months-at-21-years-old/Welcome to episode number 14! In this session we have a young gun who is a marketing and entrepreneurial wiz. His recent book ‘The Marketing Blueprint – Lessons to Market and Sell Anything’ has quickly climbed to the #1 Best Seller spot in the Marketing category on Amazon, globally. He’s also an advisor and consultant to over 50 brands.

Some of the powerful insights our guest shares include:

• Taking pictures, turning them into postcards [...]

]]>Welcome to episode number 14! In this session we have a young gun who is a marketing and entrepreneurial wiz. His recent book ‘The Marketing Blueprint – Lessons to Market and Sell Anything’ has quickly climbed to the #1 Best Seller spot in the Marketing category on Amazon, globally. He’s also an advisor and consultant to over 50 brands.

Some of the powerful insights our guest shares include:

• Taking pictures, turning them into postcards and selling them when he was a kid at his mother’s hair salon

• Writing his thoughts and rapping them, then recording it on YouTube and reaching 1 million views at 17 years old

• His advice on how to make something popular

• Using “The Drug Dealer Strategy”

• And his action steps on going to your audience and not waiting for them to come to you.

I present to you, one of the most inspiring and hardworking 21 year old entrepreneurs I’ve ever met – Jules Marcoux.

Want to know the most productive tool that has helped me accelerate my progress; professionally and personally?

It's the Five-Minute Journal; the simplest, most effective thing you can do everyday to be happier. It’s a physical journal that gives you a positive quote, followed by three questions you answer in the morning and two questions to answer in the evening before bed. It basically anchors your mind in a positively focused, intentional and grateful mindset, in less than 5 minutes a day. You can purchase it through my affiliate link which is GiantThinkers.com/fiveminutejournal.

]]>Welcome to episode number 14! In this session we have a young gun who is a marketing and entrepreneurial wiz. His recent book ‘The Marketing ...Welcome to episode number 14! In this session we have a young gun who is a marketing and entrepreneurial wiz. His recent book ‘The Marketing Blueprint – Lessons to Market and Sell Anything’ has quickly climbed to the #1 Best Seller spot in the Marketing category on Amazon, globally. He’s also an advisor and consultant to over 50 brands.

Some of the powerful insights our guest shares include:

• Taking pictures, turning them into postcards and selling them when he was a kid at his mother’s hair salon

• Writing his thoughts and rapping them, then recording it on YouTube and reaching 1 million views at 17 years old

• His advice on how to make something popular

• Using “The Drug Dealer Strategy”

• And his action steps on going to your audience and not waiting for them to come to you.

I present to you, one of the most inspiring and hardworking 21 year old entrepreneurs I’ve ever met – Jules Marcoux.

Vanessa Van Edwards on the best way to open a conversation, first impressions and The Similarity Attraction Effecthttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/vanessa-van-edwards/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/vanessa-van-edwards/#commentsWed, 09 Dec 2015 11:04:29 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignemploymentcareerbuilding businessmarketingmarketing communicationscreative directorsocial mediauser experiencedatapeople skillshuman behaviorsciencehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/vanessa-van-edwards/G’day to all of you beautiful listeners, we are up to episode number 13. This guest is a behavioral investigator, published author by Penguin, public speaker and body language trainer specializing in science-based people skills. She’s a Huffington Post columnist and her ground-breaking work has been featured on NPR, the Wall Street Journal, the Today Show and USA Today. And has written for CNN, Fast Company and Forbes.

She also the founder of the Science of People which is a human behavior research lab. Where they basically demonstrate how people work, including:

]]>G’day to all of you beautiful listeners, we are up to episode number 13. This guest is a behavioral investigator, published author by Penguin, public speaker and body language trainer specializing in science-based people skills. She’s a Huffington Post columnist and her ground-breaking work has been featured on NPR, the Wall Street Journal, the Today Show and USA Today. And has written for CNN, Fast Company and Forbes.

She also the founder of the Science of People which is a human behavior research lab. Where they basically demonstrate how people work, including:

• The Science of Attraction• Human Lie Detection• Body Language Hacks• The Psychology of Jealousy• The Secrets of Persuasion

Really interesting stuff!

On this episode, our guest describes herself as a “Recovering Boring Person” and now her goal is to teach all of us how to be the most memorable person in the room.

Get up to 40% OFF CreativeLive design classes! Valid for a limited time.This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world’s largest and most inspiring online learning platform that broadcasts live classes to an international audience. Watch classes by expert instructors in real-time, if you miss it -- they are then archived for purchase. They have got a super sweet holiday sale on right now where discounts are across the entire website, some classes are up to 40% off. Now is the time to learn and upskill on your creative & business skills. Head to CreativeLive.com – you will not be disappointed.

]]>G’day to all of you beautiful listeners, we are up to episode number 13. This guest is a behavioral investigator, published author by Penguin, public ...G’day to all of you beautiful listeners, we are up to episode number 13. This guest is a behavioral investigator, published author by Penguin, public speaker and body language trainer specializing in science-based people skills. She’s a Huffington Post columnist and her ground-breaking work has been featured on NPR, the Wall Street Journal, the Today Show and USA Today. And has written for CNN, Fast Company and Forbes.

She also the founder of the Science of People which is a human behavior research lab. Where they basically demonstrate how people work, including:

• The Science of Attraction• Human Lie Detection• Body Language Hacks• The Psychology of Jealousy• The Secrets of Persuasion

Really interesting stuff!

On this episode, our guest describes herself as a “Recovering Boring Person” and now her goal is to teach all of us how to be the most memorable person in the room.

Sue B. Zimmerman aka #TheInstagramExpert on how to succeed in business through visual storytelling via Instagramhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/sue-b-zimmerman-aka-theinstagramexpert-on-how-to-succeed-in-business-through-visual-storytelling-via-instagram/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/sue-b-zimmerman-aka-theinstagramexpert-on-how-to-succeed-in-business-through-visual-storytelling-via-instagram/#commentsWed, 25 Nov 2015 12:35:45 +0000giantthinkersdesignergraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite trafficAdvertisingmarketing communicationsappssocial mediaillustrationUXuser experienceproblem solvingresearchInstagramhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/sue-b-zimmerman-aka-theinstagramexpert-on-how-to-succeed-in-business-through-visual-storytelling-via-instagram/The guest on this episode talks to us about how to have success in business through visual storytelling and branding via Instagram to attract our ideal customers authentically.

• She’s incredibly experienced.

• Has started 18 businesses.

• Has been teaching social media for 8 years.

• Has 7 [...]

]]>The guest on this episode talks to us about how to have success in business through visual storytelling and branding via Instagram to attract our ideal customers authentically.

• She’s incredibly experienced.

• Has started 18 businesses.

• Has been teaching social media for 8 years.

• Has 7 Instagram accounts.

• She gives plenty of gold nuggets, including bio writing tips,

• understanding the right call to action,

• advice on who to follow,

• the number one underutilized function on Instagram

• and five powerful hashtag ideas for all of us to try out and implement.

I present, the networking ninja, the queen of Instagram; Sue B. Zimmerman.

Get 25% OFF any CreativeLive design class! Valid until 30 November, 2015.CreativeLive is the world’s largest live online education website. Head to CreativeLive.com/GiantThinkers to see what they have to offer and my top picks. Enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.

]]>The guest on this episode talks to us about how to have success in business through visual storytelling and branding via Instagram to attract our ...The guest on this episode talks to us about how to have success in business through visual storytelling and branding via Instagram to attract our ideal customers authentically.

• She’s incredibly experienced.

• Has started 18 businesses.

• Has been teaching social media for 8 years.

• Has 7 Instagram accounts.

• She gives plenty of gold nuggets, including bio writing tips,

• understanding the right call to action,

• advice on who to follow,

• the number one underutilized function on Instagram

• and five powerful hashtag ideas for all of us to try out and implement.

I present, the networking ninja, the queen of Instagram; Sue B. Zimmerman.

Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:54:58JP Stallard on emotion design, service design and how to build strong customer relationshipshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jp-stallard-on-emotion-design-service-design-and-how-to-build-strong-customer-relationships/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jp-stallard-on-emotion-design-service-design-and-how-to-build-strong-customer-relationships/#commentsMon, 16 Nov 2015 03:07:01 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingmarketing communicationscreative directorappssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatahttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jp-stallard-on-emotion-design-service-design-and-how-to-build-strong-customer-relationships/On this episode; number 11, we have JP Stallard on the show, Co-founder of SOLV and was Samsung’s first interaction designer in Europe. He talks to us about designing towards emotions, personalities and service design. He also sheds light on how to build strong customer relationships even to the point of sharing with us practical presentation tips to CEO’s and key decision makers.

JP says: “Design doesn’t mean what it did ten, twenty, thirty years ago. It’s all about the context it sits within and the scope you have to do something.”

I present to you, the very witty and very bearded, JP Stallard.

More on JP [...]

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JP says: "Design doesn’t mean what it did ten, twenty, thirty years ago. It’s all about the context it sits within and the scope you have to do something."

Get 25% OFF any CreativeLive design class! Valid until 30 November, 2015.

CreativeLive is the world’s largest live online education website. Head to CreativeLive.com/GiantThinkers to see what they have to offer and my top picks. Enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.

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JP says: "Design doesn’t mean what it did ten, twenty, thirty years ago. It’s all about the context it sits within and the scope you have to do something."

Get 25% OFF any CreativeLive design class! Valid until 30 November, 2015.

CreativeLive is the world’s largest live online education website. Head to CreativeLive.com/GiantThinkers to see what they have to offer and my top picks. Enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.

]]>Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:50:18Kevin Lee, Global Vice President and Head of Design at VISA on designing experienceshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/kevin-lee-global-vice-president-and-head-of-design-at-visa-on-designing-experiences/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/kevin-lee-global-vice-president-and-head-of-design-at-visa-on-designing-experiences/#commentsThu, 05 Nov 2015 11:12:21 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinecreative directorappssocial mediaUXuser experienceUIproblem solvingresearchdatahttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/kevin-lee-global-vice-president-and-head-of-design-at-visa-on-designing-experiences/What better way to enter the double digits, episode #10, than to bring on the Global Vice President and Head of Design at Visa. He was previously the Global Director, Head of Product Strategy & UX Design at Samsung, Head of Design at Paypal, Senior Manager of UX Design at eBay, and has even had long stints at Whirlpool and GE.

On this episode you will walk away with your mind blown. Seriously.

The topics we talk about all revolve around user experience in so much depth, I usually dot point key learning outcomes, but I felt for th [...]

]]>On this episode you will walk away with your mind blown. Seriously.The topics we talk about all revolve around user experience in so much depth, I usually dot point key learning outcomes, but I felt for this particular episode, dot points wouldn’t do it justice. You just have to listen to this man’s story and insights. The way he thinks is on another level and I truly I believe that anyone that listens to this will benefit from it.I present to you, the man behind the epic resume, Kevin Lee.More on Kevin Lee can be found at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinleeSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.--Get 25% OFF any CreativeLive design class!CreativeLive is the world’s largest live online education website. Head to CreativeLive.com/GiantThinkers to see what they have to offer and my top picks. Enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.]]>What better way to enter the double digits, episode #10, than to bring on the Global Vice President and Head of Design at Visa. He ...What better way to enter the double digits, episode #10, than to bring on the Global Vice President and Head of Design at Visa. He was previously the Global Director, Head of Product Strategy & UX Design at Samsung, Head of Design at Paypal, Senior Manager of UX Design at eBay, and has even had long stints at Whirlpool and GE.

On this episode you will walk away with your mind blown. Seriously.

The topics we talk about all revolve around user experience in so much depth, I usually dot point key learning outcomes, but I felt for this particular episode, dot points wouldn’t do it justice. You just have to listen to this man’s story and insights. The way he thinks is on another level and I truly I believe that anyone that listens to this will benefit from it.

CreativeLive is the world’s largest live online education website. Head to CreativeLive.com/GiantThinkers to see what they have to offer and my top picks. Enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.

]]>Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:17:18David “MEGGS” Hooke on consistently creating, never arriving at a destination and constantly discoveringhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/david-%e2%80%9cmeggs%e2%80%9d-hooke-on-consistently-creating-never-arriving-at-a-destination-and-constantly-discovering/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/david-%e2%80%9cmeggs%e2%80%9d-hooke-on-consistently-creating-never-arriving-at-a-destination-and-constantly-discovering/#commentsThu, 22 Oct 2015 04:24:45 +0000giantthinkersUncategorizeddesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybuilding businessonlinemarketingmarketing communicationscreative directorart directorsocial mediastreet artcontemporary artillustrationpaintingabstract artartisthttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/david-%e2%80%9cmeggs%e2%80%9d-hooke-on-consistently-creating-never-arriving-at-a-destination-and-constantly-discovering/On this episode we have an Aussie fine artist / street artist who is based in Venice Beach, California. His art is featured internationally in cities including Melbourne, Sydney, London, San Fran, Paris, Tokyo, Hawaii, Mexico, L.A, and Hong Kong. This guy has some serious skills and talent. He’s most commonly recognised for his unique, expressive, and energetic style with references to pop-culture, the natural world, and socio-cultural issues. His technical use of colour and movement combines clean, bold, illustrative elements with textural, and free flowing design.

It is a very laid back conversation so get comfy.

]]>It is a very laid back conversation so get comfy.The topics we talk about include:• The power of consistently working and creating• Combining learned skill-sets• Embracing your uniqueness• Being resourceful• Constantly exploring and experimenting with new techniques and ideas• Surrounding yourself with a group of like-minded people• And his response to being asked to paint a 6,000 square foot outdoor mural in Detroit, USA.Wonderful listeners, I present to you, David Hooke also known as “MEGGS”.More on David "MEGGS" Hooke can be found at: http://www.houseofmeggs.comSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world's leading online classroom for professionals, with a comprehensive lineup of design classes that cover everything from typography to UX, learning Adobe programs to starting your career as a freelancer. Go to http://creativelive.com/design to see what they have to offer, and enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.]]>On this episode we have an Aussie fine artist / street artist who is based in Venice Beach, California. His art is featured internationally in ...On this episode we have an Aussie fine artist / street artist who is based in Venice Beach, California. His art is featured internationally in cities including Melbourne, Sydney, London, San Fran, Paris, Tokyo, Hawaii, Mexico, L.A, and Hong Kong. This guy has some serious skills and talent. He’s most commonly recognised for his unique, expressive, and energetic style with references to pop-culture, the natural world, and socio-cultural issues. His technical use of colour and movement combines clean, bold, illustrative elements with textural, and free flowing design.

It is a very laid back conversation so get comfy.

The topics we talk about include:

• The power of consistently working and creating

• Combining learned skill-sets

• Embracing your uniqueness

• Being resourceful

• Constantly exploring and experimenting with new techniques and ideas

• Surrounding yourself with a group of like-minded people

• And his response to being asked to paint a 6,000 square foot outdoor mural in Detroit, USA.

Wonderful listeners, I present to you, David Hooke also known as “MEGGS”.

This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world's leading online classroom for professionals, with a comprehensive lineup of design classes that cover everything from typography to UX, learning Adobe programs to starting your career as a freelancer. Go to http://creativelive.com/design to see what they have to offer, and enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th o]]>
Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo01:00:28Nathan Johnson on launching a design studio and an online shop, with products in 200+ stores worldwidehttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/nathan-johnson-on-launching-a-design-studio-and-an-online-store-with-products-in-200-stores-worldwide/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/nathan-johnson-on-launching-a-design-studio-and-an-online-store-with-products-in-200-stores-worldwide/#commentsMon, 05 Oct 2015 15:31:59 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorart directorhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/nathan-johnson-on-launching-a-design-studio-and-an-online-store-with-products-in-200-stores-worldwide/In this episode we have a Sydney-based Art Director and Designer with over 15 years experience. He owns his own design studio and has worked with leading international brands including Coca Cola, Nespresso, Quicksilver, Hurley, Globe, Le Coq Sportive and Universal Music. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. He also runs an online store with his wife that produces a range of art prints, stationery and paper goods. These products feature his distinctive hand lettering and design style and there are currently over 200 stores worldwide that stock their products.

The topics we talk about include:

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The topics we talk about include:• Starting out in the magazine industry• The importance of who you know• Consuming your environment to influence and inspire your creativity• Taking a side step in order to take a forward step• Tackling business challenges• Surrounding yourself with experts• Listening to the market and• The power of an honest productI present to you, Nathan Johnson, Creative Director of Blacklist studio and Founder of the Blacklist store (and a sneaky side note: be sure to stick around till the end of the show as there’s a little gift for you guys from Nathan himself).More on Nathan Johnson and blacklist can be found at: http://www.blackliststore.com.auSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world's leading online classroom for professionals, with a comprehensive lineup of design classes that cover everything from typography to UX, learning Adobe programs to starting your career as a freelancer. Go to http://creativelive.com/design to see what they have to offer, and enter the coupon code GiantThinkers2 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.]]>In this episode we have a Sydney-based Art Director and Designer with over 15 years experience. He owns his own design studio and has worked ...In this episode we have a Sydney-based Art Director and Designer with over 15 years experience. He owns his own design studio and has worked with leading international brands including Coca Cola, Nespresso, Quicksilver, Hurley, Globe, Le Coq Sportive and Universal Music. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. He also runs an online store with his wife that produces a range of art prints, stationery and paper goods. These products feature his distinctive hand lettering and design style and there are currently over 200 stores worldwide that stock their products.

The topics we talk about include:

• Starting out in the magazine industry

• The importance of who you know

• Consuming your environment to influence and inspire your creativity

• Taking a side step in order to take a forward step

• Tackling business challenges

• Surrounding yourself with experts

• Listening to the market and

• The power of an honest product

I present to you, Nathan Johnson, Creative Director of Blacklist studio and Founder of the Blacklist store (and a sneaky side note: be sure to stick around till the end of the show as there’s a little gift for you guys from Nathan himself).

This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world's leading online classroom for professionals, with a comprehensive lineup of design classes that cover everything from typography t]]>
Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:57:10Andrew Hoyne on the definition of value, having the ‘money’ conversation and the importance of being future-focusedhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/andrew-hoyne-on-the-definition-of-value-having-the-%e2%80%98money%e2%80%99-conversation-and-the-importance-of-being-future-focused/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/andrew-hoyne-on-the-definition-of-value-having-the-%e2%80%98money%e2%80%99-conversation-and-the-importance-of-being-future-focused/#commentsMon, 21 Sep 2015 11:19:11 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorart directorhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/andrew-hoyne-on-the-definition-of-value-having-the-%e2%80%98money%e2%80%99-conversation-and-the-importance-of-being-future-focused/In this session, the guest joining us is the Creative Director and Principal of a very established design agency. He started this agency in 1991 – so, almost a quarter of a century ago. During his journey he’s achieved over 300 international and regional awards. He’s published 14 books, lectured extensively and served on numerous boards. His design work is even exhibited in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

The topics we talk about include:

• The true meaning of design thinking

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The topics we talk about include:• The true meaning of design thinking• The importance of being more dynamic, more progressive and future focused• Why a healthy level of being naive is a strength• The benefits of being wrong• Understanding the definition of value and it’s relation to compensation and outcome• How to think about money as a designer, in the context of 3 categories• Tips on approaching financial conversations with prospective clients• And the biggest tip to reaching success.

There are so many things to take away from this episode, so strap yourself in. I even encourage you to take notes. Get ready, I’m beaming with excitement to present, the forward thinking and incredibly wise, Andrew Hoyne of Hoyne – Design, Branding and Communications.More on Andrew Hoyne and his agency can be found at: http://hoyne.com.auSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world's leading online classroom for professionals, with a comprehensive lineup of design classes that cover everything from typography to UX to starting your career as a freelancer. Go to http://creativelive.com/design to see what they have to offer, and enter the coupon code GiantThinkers1 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 31st of October, 2015.]]>In this session, the guest joining us is the Creative Director and Principal of a very established design agency. He started this agency in 1991 ...In this session, the guest joining us is the Creative Director and Principal of a very established design agency. He started this agency in 1991 – so, almost a quarter of a century ago. During his journey he’s achieved over 300 international and regional awards. He’s published 14 books, lectured extensively and served on numerous boards. His design work is even exhibited in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

The topics we talk about include:

• The true meaning of design thinking

• The importance of being more dynamic, more progressive and future focused

• Why a healthy level of being naive is a strength

• The benefits of being wrong

• Understanding the definition of value and it’s relation to compensation and outcome

• How to think about money as a designer, in the context of 3 categories

Jarrod Robinson on creating 60+ apps, the best tool to plan and the biggest mistake people make when creating any producthttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jarrod-robinson-on-creating-60-apps-the-best-tool-to-plan-and-the-biggest-mistake-people-make-when-making-any-product/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jarrod-robinson-on-creating-60-apps-the-best-tool-to-plan-and-the-biggest-mistake-people-make-when-making-any-product/#commentsSun, 06 Sep 2015 16:45:26 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesigncareeronlinemarketingwebsite trafficmarketing communicationsappshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jarrod-robinson-on-creating-60-apps-the-best-tool-to-plan-and-the-biggest-mistake-people-make-when-making-any-product/Hey guys, this is episode number 6 on the giant thinkers podcast, Ram Castillo here – unleashing a very unique guest for you all.

He’s a physical education teacher that has leveraged emerging technologies to shape new age teaching. He’s created over 100 online products and services… over 60 of those are mobile apps and he’s won numerous awards world-wide for them. He’s even presented internationally, running workshops in over 30 countries for the last 6 years.

He blogs regularly about his experiences on generating an income online and even has a p [...]

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He’s a physical education teacher that has leveraged emerging technologies to shape new age teaching. He’s created over 100 online products and services… over 60 of those are mobile apps and he’s won numerous awards world-wide for them. He’s even presented internationally, running workshops in over 30 countries for the last 6 years.He blogs regularly about his experiences on generating an income online and even has a podcast of his own.The topics we talk about include:• What it’s like growing up in country Victoria, Australia• Having an entrepreneurial mindset• The birth of the ‘PE Geek’ blog and brand… and the journey that followed afterwards to monetization• How he found a niche within a niche• His biggest tip on taking an app idea in your head to making it available in the market• The biggest mistake when creating a product• The best tool to plan and prototype• How he’s creating deep relationships with his audience, and so much more.I am over the moon to present to you a gentlemen who truly walks the walk and follows through. The hard working and successful, Jarrod Robinson also known as the ‘PE Geek’ and founder of TheTeacherpreneur.com---Enjoy the mountains of useful content on Jarrod’s websites: https://thepegeek.com and http://theteacherpreneur.comSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.]]>Hey guys, this is episode number 6 on the giant thinkers podcast, Ram Castillo here – unleashing a very unique guest for you all.He’s a ...Hey guys, this is episode number 6 on the giant thinkers podcast, Ram Castillo here – unleashing a very unique guest for you all.

He’s a physical education teacher that has leveraged emerging technologies to shape new age teaching. He’s created over 100 online products and services… over 60 of those are mobile apps and he’s won numerous awards world-wide for them. He’s even presented internationally, running workshops in over 30 countries for the last 6 years.

He blogs regularly about his experiences on generating an income online and even has a podcast of his own.

The topics we talk about include:

• What it’s like growing up in country Victoria, Australia

• Having an entrepreneurial mindset

• The birth of the ‘PE Geek’ blog and brand… and the journey that followed afterwards to monetization

• How he found a niche within a niche

• His biggest tip on taking an app idea in your head to making it available in the market

• The biggest mistake when creating a product

• The best tool to plan and prototype

• How he’s creating deep relationships with his audience, and so much more.

I am over the moon to present to you a gentlemen who truly walks the walk and follows through. The hard working and successful, Jarrod Robinson also known as the ‘PE Geek’ and founder of TheTeacherpreneur.com

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Enjoy the mountains of useful content on Jarrod’s websites: Matt Eastwood on leadership behavior, the gift of creativity, overcoming struggles and being stuck on a deserted islandhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/matt-eastwood-on-leadership-behavior-the-gift-of-creativity-overcoming-struggles-and-being-stuck-on-a-deserted-island/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/matt-eastwood-on-leadership-behavior-the-gift-of-creativity-overcoming-struggles-and-being-stuck-on-a-deserted-island/#commentsTue, 18 Aug 2015 11:49:03 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignemploymentcareeronlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/matt-eastwood-on-leadership-behavior-the-gift-of-creativity-overcoming-struggles-and-being-stuck-on-a-deserted-island/Hello wonderful listeners, thank you for tuning in on the fifth episode of the Giant thinkers Podcast. Ram Castillo here and I am pumped to launch this episode.

If you’ve ever wanted to hear about what it’s like to be a Global Chief Creative Officer at one of the world’s best-known marketing communications agencies and one of the oldest, then this is the podcast episode you’ve been waiting for.

Now, this is a little longer than my usual podcasts but it’s for good reason. Listen to the first half an hour [...]

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If you’ve ever wanted to hear about what it’s like to be a Global Chief Creative Officer at one of the world’s best-known marketing communications agencies and one of the oldest, then this is the podcast episode you’ve been waiting for. Now, this is a little longer than my usual podcasts but it’s for good reason. Listen to the first half an hour of it and you’ll know exactly what I mean. I cast a wide net of questions and my guest goes deep with the answers.We talk about a whole bunch of topics including: • Being deliberate in career choice• The importance of selling your ideas• How to behave as a leader• The plus side of getting fired• The gift of creativity• Grilled cheese sandwiches• Advice on how to get noticed by an employer• Feeding your curiosity• Making the world better… and the list goes on.So it’s with great pleasure to introduce to you, the unicorn himself, the inspiring and grounded Matt Eastwood, Global CCO of JWT.Catch Matt Eastwood on his twitter handle: @MattInNewYork and on his LinkedIn profile here.Plus more on JWT can be found at: https://www.jwt.comSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.]]>Hello wonderful listeners, thank you for tuning in on the fifth episode of the Giant thinkers Podcast. Ram Castillo here and I am pumped to ...Hello wonderful listeners, thank you for tuning in on the fifth episode of the Giant thinkers Podcast. Ram Castillo here and I am pumped to launch this episode.

If you’ve ever wanted to hear about what it’s like to be a Global Chief Creative Officer at one of the world’s best-known marketing communications agencies and one of the oldest, then this is the podcast episode you’ve been waiting for.

Now, this is a little longer than my usual podcasts but it’s for good reason. Listen to the first half an hour of it and you’ll know exactly what I mean. I cast a wide net of questions and my guest goes deep with the answers.

We talk about a whole bunch of topics including:

• Being deliberate in career choice

• The importance of selling your ideas

• How to behave as a leader

• The plus side of getting fired

• The gift of creativity

• Grilled cheese sandwiches

• Advice on how to get noticed by an employer

• Feeding your curiosity

• Making the world better

… and the list goes on.

So it’s with great pleasure to introduce to you, the unicorn himself, the inspiring and grounded Matt Eastwood, Global CCO of JWT.

Plus more on JWT can be found at: Neil Patel (top 100 entrepreneur under 30 by Obama) on losing a million dollars at 21 and the top ways to generate website traffichttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/neil-patel-named-a-top-100-entrepreneur-under-30-by-obama-lessons-on-losing-a-million-dollars-at-21-and-the-top-3-ways-to-generate-website-traffic/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/neil-patel-named-a-top-100-entrepreneur-under-30-by-obama-lessons-on-losing-a-million-dollars-at-21-and-the-top-3-ways-to-generate-website-traffic/#commentsMon, 27 Jul 2015 09:38:13 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignergraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingwebsite traffichttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/neil-patel-named-a-top-100-entrepreneur-under-30-by-obama-lessons-on-losing-a-million-dollars-at-21-and-the-top-3-ways-to-generate-website-traffic/What’s up everyone, welcome to the fourth episode of the Giant thinkers Podcast. A special thank you to the almost 4000 listeners that have tuned in to date from around the world. This is all for you guys and I endeavour to truly make this a show with consistency in providing actionable advice from the guests that come on. While, of course having a laugh and sharing some interesting stories. So on that note, let me introduce to you the next guest.

There aren’t many people in the world who can say that they’ve been recognized as a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 30 by President Obama and one of the top 100 entrepreneurs under the age of 35 by the United Nations.

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There aren’t many people in the world who can say that they’ve been recognized as a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 30 by President Obama and one of the top 100 entrepreneurs under the age of 35 by the United Nations.I personally follow people who inspire others, who lead by example and who give above and beyond the average. My next guest possess all those qualities. He’s a true example of unwavering persistence, hard work and where it can take you. We talk about blogging, the top 3 ways to generate more website traffic, how to get more done, what to look for when you delegate and the importance of receiving constant feedback.I only had less than half an hour to talk with this refreshing entrepreneur and was grateful for every second of it. He’s a wealth of knowledge and after this podcast I encourage you to read his advice on his blogs if you want to accelerate your online marketing results.Wonderful listeners, I present to you, the co-founder of Crazy Egg and KISSmetrics, and the founder of QuickSprout.com, the one and only, Mr. Neil Patel.See more of Neil Patel here: quicksprout.com and neilpatel.comSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.]]>What’s up everyone, welcome to the fourth episode of the Giant thinkers Podcast. A special thank you to the almost 4000 listeners that have tuned ...What’s up everyone, welcome to the fourth episode of the Giant thinkers Podcast. A special thank you to the almost 4000 listeners that have tuned in to date from around the world. This is all for you guys and I endeavour to truly make this a show with consistency in providing actionable advice from the guests that come on. While, of course having a laugh and sharing some interesting stories. So on that note, let me introduce to you the next guest.

There aren’t many people in the world who can say that they’ve been recognized as a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 30 by President Obama and one of the top 100 entrepreneurs under the age of 35 by the United Nations.

I personally follow people who inspire others, who lead by example and who give above and beyond the average. My next guest possess all those qualities. He’s a true example of unwavering persistence, hard work and where it can take you. We talk about blogging, the top 3 ways to generate more website traffic, how to get more done, what to look for when you delegate and the importance of receiving constant feedback.

I only had less than half an hour to talk with this refreshing entrepreneur and was grateful for every second of it. He’s a wealth of knowledge and after this podcast I encourage you to read his advice on his blogs if you want to accelerate your online marketing results.

Wonderful listeners, I present to you, the co-founder of Crazy Egg and KISSmetrics, and the founder of QuickSprout.com, the one and only, Mr. Neil Patel.

]]>Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.YesNo00:28:01Vince Frost on building a thriving business, finding opportunities, life lessons and tea addictionshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/vince-frost-on-building-a-thriving-business-finding-opportunities-life-lessons-and-tea-addictions/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/vince-frost-on-building-a-thriving-business-finding-opportunities-life-lessons-and-tea-addictions/#commentsTue, 30 Jun 2015 14:21:51 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareerbuilding businessonlinemarketingAdvertisingmarketing communicationscreative directorcopy writerart directorhttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/vince-frost-on-building-a-thriving-business-finding-opportunities-life-lessons-and-tea-addictions/I’ve been tossing and turning over the last few weeks in excitement with this upcoming guest. He’s one of the most established designers in the world and one of the most awarded, including D&AD, Art Directors Club (New York and Tokyo), The Society of Publication Designers New York and AGDA Australia. He’s the founder of a world renowned studio, he’s even an Executive Committee member of D&AD and a member of Alliance Graphique Internationale, Switzerland.

In this episode we cover plenty of explosive content.

]]>In this episode we cover plenty of explosive content.We talk about what it takes to start a business from getting business coaching to being agile, adaptable and creating systems. We cover idea generation, facilitating client needs, finding opportunities for them and putting clarity in complex situations. We chat about tea addictions, his book recommendation and what his day entails.Now if all that still doesn’t get you excited, here’s a quote from the man himself when I asked what type of person he enjoys working with the most, he said “someone who can move mountains, believe the impossible is possible, someone with an open mind and who is determined to find the ultimate solution”.Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, the CEO and ECD of Frost Collective, Vince Frost.See more of Frost*collective here: frostcollective.com.auCheckout previous deFrost* talks and feel free to book your spot for my upcoming talk: de-frost.comSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.]]>I’ve been tossing and turning over the last few weeks in excitement with this upcoming guest. He’s one of the most established designers in the ...I’ve been tossing and turning over the last few weeks in excitement with this upcoming guest. He’s one of the most established designers in the world and one of the most awarded, including D&AD, Art Directors Club (New York and Tokyo), The Society of Publication Designers New York and AGDA Australia. He’s the founder of a world renowned studio, he’s even an Executive Committee member of D&AD and a member of Alliance Graphique Internationale, Switzerland.

In this episode we cover plenty of explosive content.

We talk about what it takes to start a business from getting business coaching to being agile, adaptable and creating systems. We cover idea generation, facilitating client needs, finding opportunities for them and putting clarity in complex situations. We chat about tea addictions, his book recommendation and what his day entails.

Now if all that still doesn’t get you excited, here’s a quote from the man himself when I asked what type of person he enjoys working with the most, he said “someone who can move mountains, believe the impossible is possible, someone with an open mind and who is determined to find the ultimate solution”.

Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, the CEO and ECD of Frost Collective, Vince Frost.

]]>Ram Castillo: Designer Director, Author, Podcaster and Speaker.NoNo00:49:22Jimmy Niggles on building an army of beards, farm life, starting a charity and nudie runshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jimmy-niggles-on-building-an-army-of-beards-farm-life-starting-a-charity-and-nudie-runs/
http://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jimmy-niggles-on-building-an-army-of-beards-farm-life-starting-a-charity-and-nudie-runs/#commentsTue, 16 Jun 2015 14:10:21 +0000giantthinkersdesigndesignercreativegraphicdesignbrandingemploymentcareercharitybeardshttp://giantthinkers.podbean.com/e/jimmy-niggles-on-building-an-army-of-beards-farm-life-starting-a-charity-and-nudie-runs/Hey guys welcome to the second episode of the giant thinkers podcast. I’m super excited to bring to you a very unique guest to the show. In particular, what this person represents has inspired me and thousands of others globally for many years now and continues to do so today.

He grew up in rural NSW Australia, but now lives in Sydney, he surfs everyday, he’s a copy writer by trade, a lover of Nutella, has travelled the world, been part of a huge photography exhibition in London recently, has a massive appetite for creativity and is just an overall nice guy and a lover of life.

]]>He grew up in rural NSW Australia, but now lives in Sydney, he surfs everyday, he’s a copy writer by trade, a lover of Nutella, has travelled the world, been part of a huge photography exhibition in London recently, has a massive appetite for creativity and is just an overall nice guy and a lover of life.On top of that, he’s most known for starting a non-profit health promotion charity called beard season, which is an invitation to get a skin check and become an ambassador in the fight against melanoma.Melanoma is one of the deadliest cancers in the world, killing over 46,000 people a year. According to skincancer.org ‘each year there are more new cases of skin cancer than the combined incidence of cancers of the breast, prostate, lung and colon.’There’s a lot covered in this episode so I won’t give too much away, we dig deep, we share stories, there’s a tonne of useful advice, we have a few laughs and I’m sure you’ll enjoy this one — so it’s great pleasure, to introduce to you, Scott Maggs, aka Jimmy Niggles.See more of Jimmy and Beard Season here: http://beardseason.com.auSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.]]>Hey guys welcome to the second episode of the giant thinkers podcast. I’m super excited to bring to you a very unique guest to the ...Hey guys welcome to the second episode of the giant thinkers podcast. I’m super excited to bring to you a very unique guest to the show. In particular, what this person represents has inspired me and thousands of others globally for many years now and continues to do so today.

He grew up in rural NSW Australia, but now lives in Sydney, he surfs everyday, he’s a copy writer by trade, a lover of Nutella, has travelled the world, been part of a huge photography exhibition in London recently, has a massive appetite for creativity and is just an overall nice guy and a lover of life.

On top of that, he’s most known for starting a non-profit health promotion charity called beard season, which is an invitation to get a skin check and become an ambassador in the fight against melanoma.

Melanoma is one of the deadliest cancers in the world, killing over 46,000 people a year. According to skincancer.org ‘each year there are more new cases of skin cancer than the combined incidence of cancers of the breast, prostate, lung and colon.’

There’s a lot covered in this episode so I won’t give too much away, we dig deep, we share stories, there’s a tonne of useful advice, we have a few laughs and I’m sure you’ll enjoy this one — so it’s great pleasure, to introduce to you, Scott Maggs, aka Jimmy Niggles.

It’s finally launched! Here it is, the first episode of the Giant Thinkers podcast! As an extension of the blog giantthinkers.com – I’ll be bringing in top experts from various industries worldwide to learn from their success and to help us become better designers, creatives and giant thinkers.

In this first episode, design industry heavy-weight Chris Maclean joins the show. He is the Creative Director of Re. (M&C Saatchi Group) and previously the Executive Creative Director for Interbrand Australia. He’s been a practicing designer for over 13 years. Originally from Manchester in the UK and currently living in Sydney, Australia.

It's finally launched! Here it is, the first episode of the Giant Thinkers podcast! As an extension of the blog giantthinkers.com – I'll be bringing in top experts from various industries worldwide to learn from their success and to help us become better designers, creatives and giant thinkers.

In this first episode, design industry heavy-weight Chris Maclean joins the show. He is the Creative Director of Re. (M&C Saatchi Group) and previously the Executive Creative Director for Interbrand Australia. He's been a practicing designer for over 13 years. Originally from Manchester in the UK and currently living in Sydney, Australia.

His work has helped transform brands such as Opera Australia, Griffin Theatre Company, Darling Harbour, Alzheimer’s Australia, Queensland Art Gallery and Australia’s biggest brand, Telstra. In 2012, Chris was recognised as one of Australia’s Power 20 by Australian Creative magazine for bravery in the creative industry.

On top of that, he's been recognised by some of the world’s most prestigious awards bodies including D&AD, AGDA, Red Dot, Clio, Type Directors Club and IDCA. And he's a frequent writer, public speaker and lecturer on the subject of design and branding and their ability to change the world.

]]>It's finally launched! Here it is, the first episode of the Giant Thinkers podcast! As an extension of the blog giantthinkers.com – I'll be bringing in top ...

It's finally launched! Here it is, the first episode of the Giant Thinkers podcast! As an extension of the blog giantthinkers.com – I'll be bringing in top experts from various industries worldwide to learn from their success and to help us become better designers, creatives and giant thinkers.

In this first episode, design industry heavy-weight Chris Maclean joins the show. He is the Creative Director of Re. (M&C Saatchi Group) and previously the Executive Creative Director for Interbrand Australia. He's been a practicing designer for over 13 years. Originally from Manchester in the UK and currently living in Sydney, Australia.

His work has helped transform brands such as Opera Australia, Griffin Theatre Company, Darling Harbour, Alzheimer’s Australia, Queensland Art Gallery and Australia’s biggest brand, Telstra. In 2012, Chris was recognised as one of Australia’s Power 20 by Australian Creative magazine for bravery in the creative industry.

On top of that, he's been recognised by some of the world’s most prestigious awards bodies including D&AD, AGDA, Red Dot, Clio, Type Directors Club and IDCA. And he's a frequent writer, public speaker and lecturer on the subject of design and branding and their ability to change the world.